Tell the Truth About Social Security: Events
As part of our work to raise public awareness and engagement around Social Security’s worsening outlook, Tell the Truth About Social Security has hosted and participated in a range of events. Below are some of our most recent events.
Checking in on the Social Security & Medicare Trust Funds
June 10, 2026
On June 10, 2026, the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget hosted a virtual event, Checking in on the Social Security & Medicare Trust Funds. The Social Security Administration’s Chief Actuary, Karen Glenn, gave an overview of the 2026 Social Security Trustees’ Report, followed by a panel discussion from the Committee’s policy experts, including Senior Policy Director Marc Goldwein, Health Policy Director Anna Bonelli, and Social Security Policy Director Mark Sarney.
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What's Next for Social Security?
April 10, 2026
On April 10, 2026, Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget Senior Vice President and Senior Policy Director Marc Goldwein spoke at Barron’s “What’s Next for Social Security.” This virtual event, watched by more than 1,000 viewers, featured a discussion about why the program is facing a shortfall and potential fixes.
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Social Security: Just the Facts
February 25, 2026
Coinciding with the release of Social Security: Just the Facts, the Committee hosted a February 25 virtual event with the same title. Committee Vice President Ben Tomchik and Director of Social Security Policy Mark Sarney gave an overview of the program, debunked common myths and misconceptions, and took audience questions.
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Checking in on the Social Security & Medicare Trust Funds
June 24, 2025
On Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget hosted a virtual event to explore the financial state of these vital programs, the consequences of delaying action, and the policy options available to extend their solvency. The event featured a presentation from the Chief Actuary of the Social Security Administration Karen Glenn and a discussion with experts at the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget – who also fielded audience questions.
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