On Wednesday, June 2nd, the Senate voted to confirm Martin O’Malley as the head of the Social Security Administration, placing him in charge of the distributing benefits to millions of Americans each and every month. O’Malley currently serves as the Senior Advisor to the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration and was nominated for the position by President Joe Biden in April.
O’Malley, a former governor of Maryland, is no stranger to public service, having been an advocate for social welfare and economic justice during his time in office; a record which translates to his new role heading the agency. In his confirmation hearing earlier this week, O’Malley discussed his commitment to strengthening the Social Security Administration and creating meaningful change at the agency. He also affirmed his belief in reducing financial hardships for those receiving Social Security benefits, a goal of President Biden’s.
As the head of the agency, O’Malley is poised to continue the work of making the Social Security Administration a fair and equitable institution for all. O’Malley’s confirmation ensures progress on this front, and his experience as a public servant and advocate makes him the perfect fit to lead this agency. With O’Malley in charge, millions of Americans can be assured that the Social Security Administration will continue to meet their needs and provide financial assistance to those who rely on it.
