FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 15, 2025
Contact: Liam.Forsythe@mail.house.gov
Rep. Barragán Marks 90th Anniversary of Social Security at Lynwood Senior Center, Pledges to Fight Cuts and Protect Benefits
LYNWOOD, CA — Today, Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (CA-44) joined seniors at the Lynwood Senior Center to mark the 90th anniversary of Social Security as part of the House Democrats’ Save Social Security Day of Action. Barragán warned that the Trump administration’s deep cuts to the Social Security Administration (SSA) are making it harder for Americans to receive the benefits they’ve earned and pledged to fight back against efforts to undermine the program.
“Social Security is not a gift, it’s your money, your benefits, and the government’s promise to you,” said Rep. Barragán. “Under Donald Trump, the SSA has lost 7,000 workers, the largest staffing cut in its history, leading to longer wait times, closed field offices, and fewer services. These cuts threaten the livelihoods of more than 6.3 million Californians, including over 115,000 in my district. I will fight like hell to protect Social Security so every American can retire with dignity.”
The Lynwood Senior Center, which opened in 2007, serves as a hub for recreation, wellness, and social services for residents 55 and older. In Fiscal Year 2024, Rep. Barragán secured $1 million in federal funding to upgrade the center’s facilities, including roof and HVAC repairs, kitchen improvements, and a new senior fitness zone.
During her visit, Rep. Barragán heard directly from seniors about the importance of Social Security and the challenges they face accessing services. She highlighted her support for legislation like the Hands Off Social Security Act, which would require congressional approval for any changes to benefits or SSA operations, and theSocial Security 2100 Act, which would expand benefits by requiring the wealthiest Americans to pay their fair share.
“Social Security has kept millions of Americans out of poverty for 90 years,” Barragán added. “We owe it to future generations to protect and strengthen this program for the next 90 years and beyond.”
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