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Why Didn't Social Security Deposit My Disability Check?

I was born on the 27th of November. My disability check was supposed to be in my bank account yesterday. After thinking that I paid my bills I am now OVERDRAWN. I don't know what I can do with no money. The Social security administration has really screwed the pooch. I can't get ahold of the SSA. Why are they screwing people. I need money. I bet the government got there check. I am permanently disabled and my SSDI check is how I support myself and the government has messed things up.

Hi. I wish I had an answer for you, but there's no way for me to know why you didn't receive your direct deposit timely. Only Social Security has access to your records, so they are the only people who can explain why your payment wasn't deposited.

If you're unable to reach Social Security by phone or in person, the only thing I can suggest is to contact the offices of your U.S. congressional representative or one of your U.S. senators. Congress authorizes funding for the Social Security Administration (SSA), so inquiries that SSA receives from members of Congress on behalf of their constituents can oftentimes get expedited results.

Best, Jerry

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Jan 26 2023 - 1:21pm
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