WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - Thursday marks the 90th anniversary of the Social Security Act. President Franklin Roosevelt signed it into law in 1935 as a way to give older Americans economic stability, but today the program faces future funding challenges.

President Donald Trump issued a proclamation Thursday honoring 90 years of Social Security. The program currently benefits nearly 70 million Americans, mostly retired, with an average monthly check of $1,863.

“We're going to make it stronger, bigger and better,” said Trump.

The president is touting his administration's efforts to improve the program claiming fewer improper payments and better customer service. He also recently signed a law that removes taxes on Social Security income for most seniors, but Democrats are slamming the administ

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