Elon Musk and DOGE Uncover a Social Security Mystery—Millions of "Undead" Still on Government Records

A shocking revelation about the Social Security system has surfaced, exposing a massive discrepancy in government records—one that has Elon Musk and the DOGE community asking serious questions.

According to newly revealed data, 18.9 million people listed as alive in Social Security records were supposedly born before 1920. However, Census data tells a very different story: only about 86,000 people over the age of 100 are actually accounted for in the United States today.

This staggering inconsistency raises the question—how many of these ghost identities are still receiving benefits? And if they are, who is cashing in?

The government remains tight-lipped on the matter, but what is known is that the Social Security Administration has admitted to a stunning $71.8 billion in improper payments since 2015. Some of this money has been traced to payments sent to the deceased, while other funds remain unaccounted for.

As if the undead payroll wasn’t enough, the issue gets even more complicated with the involvement of undocumented workers. Many of them are reportedly using inactive Social Security numbers—many of which likely belong to long-dead individuals—to report wages. In total, this has led to $8.5 billion in reported wages being tied to identities that no longer exist.

While the government has long struggled with fraud and errors in its systems, the scale of this issue has raised alarm bells. If millions of non-existent individuals are still being counted in Social Security databases, how many of them are receiving checks?

How many of these ghost identities are being exploited for tax fraud, employment, or even financial scams?

Elon Musk, who has a well-documented interest in exposing government inefficiencies, has taken notice. His posts on the matter have sparked discussions across social media, with many questioning how such an egregious oversight could have continued for so long.

The DOGE community, known for its keen sense of humor and internet-driven detective work, has latched onto the discovery, joking that Dracula himself may qualify for retirement benefits at this rate.

Critics of the government’s handling of Social Security have long argued that the system is outdated and prone to fraud. The fact that nearly 19 million “undead” individuals remain in the system only adds fuel to the fire.

Despite years of warnings about Social Security mismanagement, improper payments continue to drain billions from government funds—money that could be going to legitimate retirees and disabled citizens in need.

In response to the controversy, some lawmakers have begun calling for a full audit of the Social Security system, arguing that errors on this scale could be costing taxpayers billions annually.

Others worry that this is just the tip of the iceberg and that outdated records could be impacting other government agencies as well.

While no one is suggesting that literal vampires are collecting Social Security checks, the reality is almost just as absurd. Whether it's due to fraud, clerical errors, or intentional exploitation, the existence of millions of ghost identities in the system is a major red flag. As Musk and the online community continue to push for answers, one thing is clear—America’s Social Security system may need an exorcism.