Benefits September 15, 2026
Retirees hoping for a substantial increase in Social Security benefits this year will likely be disappointed despite being on track for a record cost-of-living adjustment.
Benefits September 14, 2026
It’s hard to sell the idea that what this economy needs is less protection from Social Security.
Benefits September 8, 2026
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.
Payroll Taxes September 7, 2026
Some Republicans, like Rep. Lloyd Smucker of Pennsylvania, are slowly warming to the idea of raising payroll taxes on upper-income households to shore up Social Security.
Benefits August 31, 2026
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.
Taxes August 31, 2026
Ada William Obayuwana of Quartz Hill, CA, who goes by "ColdheartedAC" and "AC," was arrested on Wednesday and charged in connection with a multimillion-dollar check-cashing scheme, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Benefits August 19, 2026
For example, if you're an ex-spouse, you can legally collect on your former spouse's record if you meet certain conditions.
Benefits August 14, 2026
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%.
Benefits August 12, 2026
The Social Security Administration said it is addressing concerns about the disability filing process with new technology designed to make the process easier.
Benefits August 6, 2026
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 20, 2026
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
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.