Benefits September 14, 2026
Column: The Case Against Cutting Social Security Benefits
It’s hard to sell the idea that what this economy needs is less protection from Social Security.
Benefits September 8, 2026
Social Security COLA 2027: This Group Could Finally Pass $1,000 a Month
Social Security recipients are on track to receive their biggest cost-of-living adjustment in four years, which will likely push one group’s average payment above $1,000 a month.
Benefits August 31, 2026
‘Bernie Bump’: Social Security Recipients Could Get Extra $200 a Month Under Proposed Bill
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, introduced the "Social Security Expansion Act." Under the terms of the bill, current Social Security recipients will receive an extra $200 a month.
Benefits August 14, 2026
How Much Will Social Security COLA Go Up Next Year? ‘It’s Infuriating’
The Senior Citizens League’s new estimate reflects a 0.8 percentage point increase over last year’s cost-of-living adjustment of 2.8%.
Taxes August 10, 2026
New Senate Bill Would Provide $10,000 Tax Credit Toward Home Upgrades for Seniors
The Senior Accessible Housing Tax Credit Act would provide tax credits of up to $10,000 for taxpayers age 60 and older who make qualifying improvements to their homes.
Benefits August 6, 2026
Could Social Security Benefits Increase? What a New Proposal Would Do
Social Security payments would increase, annual cost-of-living adjustments could be larger and fewer retirees would pay federal taxes on their benefits under a reintroduced proposal from two Connecticut lawmakers.
Benefits July 23, 2026
Social Security Expands Online Tools and Notices for Disability Claims
The Social Security Administration has made “major” enhancements to my Social Security, expanding its self-service options and notices that are available for individuals navigating the disability claims and appeals process.
Benefits July 20, 2026
15 States Where Retirees Would Lose the Most From Social Security Cuts
While the cuts will be brutal, Social Security recipients in 29 states would see a benefit loss of $500 or more per month.
Benefits July 20, 2026
Facing $500-a-Month Cuts, Lawmakers Propose Bipartisan Social Security Plan
New bipartisan legislation introduced last week by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and a handful of other lawmakers looks to force congressional action before massive Social Security cuts hit within seven years.
Benefits July 15, 2026
Social Security’s New COLA Prediction is Out and It’s More of the Same for Retirees
Inflation-weary retirees won’t see much relief in the latest projections regarding next year’s Social Security increase.
Benefits July 10, 2026
Commentary: Shoring Up Social Security with a Big Tax Hike? Bad Idea
Social Security needs reform, but the proposal from Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Moreno snowballs the coming crisis while squeezing the economy to buy time.
Taxes July 7, 2026
42 States Don’t Tax Social Security. Here Are the 8 That Do
Recognizing the vital role the program plays for many, the majority of states exempt Social Security income from taxation. Eight do not, however, though rules of what is taxed vary widely.