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Your Social Security check could rise 2.5% in 2026, but inflation and tariffs are still in question
The forecasts could change again before the formal COLA announcement in October if higher U.S. tariffs cause prices to ...
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Social Security in June: Your Real Payment Date and the Truth About the $2,831 Check
If you rely on Social Security, you have likely seen headlines about a special $2,831 direct deposit arriving this month.
Digital Social Security cards coming this summer
The Social Security Administration is launching digital SSN access this summer. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson helps ...
Supreme Court allows DOGE team to access Social Security systems with data on millions of Americans
The Supreme Court has handed the Trump administration two victories in cases involving the Department of Government ...
What’s the average Social Security payment for June 2025? Plus: Changes for 2026
Social Security is a major source of income for nearly 73M Americans — but how far does the average check go? See average ...
Should you claim Social Security at 62 or 70? The answer may surprise you
The numbers behind Social Security say you should wait as long as possible makes sense, but there's more to the story than ...
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Americans are filing for Social Security at record rates amid fears about its future
Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, ...
Social Security Chief Says Musk’s DOGE Figures Heavily in Agency’s Plans
Despite the billionaire’s exit from the White House, DOGE remains central to an effort to make Social Security a ...
Understanding Your Social Security Benefit: Factors Affecting Your Monthly Payment
As it stands right now, 6.2% of each and every one of your paychecks is taken out in the form of Social Security taxes; your ...