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5 Social Security Changes to Expect in 2026
Social Security is around 90 years old. And for many decades, the program has been instrumental in helping older Americans ...
New analysis projects Social Security's COLA for 2026 will be higher than previous estimates
A new analysis by The Senior Citizens League found the Social Security COLA for 2026 could be 2.5%, higher than previously ...
Trump's Social Security tax cut unlikely, but seniors may get $4,000 'bonus' deduction
One tax expert says a proposed $4,000 bonus deduction is a 'far cry from the savings' that many would see with no taxes on ...
President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" Doesn't Include His Biggest Social Security Proposal. Are Retirees Better Off Without It?
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Average Social Security Check Reaches $2,000 for First Time
The average retired worker benefit in May 2025 hit $2,002.39, according to the Social Security Administration.
An aggressive Social Security garnishment is underway. Here's how you can avoid it
Based on a new policy recently implemented under Trump, more than 1M beneficiaries can expect their Social Security checks to ...
Are changes at the Social Security Administration concerning you? Share your story with us
There are a lot of changes underway at the Social Security Administration. The agency’s staff is being cut and local offices ...