Social Security

Hundreds turn out to tell elected leaders to save their benefits.

Shelley Washington of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) represents thousands of workers in the Social Security Administration. A 35-year veteran of the agency, he shares what may be lost to severe cuts championed by the White House.

Congressional leaders worried about the future of one of Baltimore County’s largest employers.

They warn services are threatened.

We go On the Record with Martin O’Malley - former governor of Maryland, now Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - to discuss changes he’s made and challenges the agency faces.

If confirmed by the Senate, O'Malley will oversee around 60,000 administration employees, headquartered in Woodlawn. The agency administers federal retirement, disability and family benefits programs and enrolls people in Medicare health coverage.