# When did protecting citizens relying on Social Security take a back seat to funding benefits for illegal immigrants?

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Podcast: [Newell Normand](https://stenobird.com/podcast/newell-normand-2482167)
Published: 2026-07-01T15:34:28+00:00
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Newell points out how Social Security benefits that American citizens are relying on are at risk while efforts are being made to fund benefits for illegal immigrants and support sanctuary cities.

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