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Experts sound alarm as Social Security sends users possibly illegal Trump love letter

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The Social Security Administration sent people with online accounts an email praising President Donald Trump days before the midterm elections, and legal experts say it may have run afoul of federal law. The email went out Friday and...

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Social Security Disability Backlog Grew by 58,000 in Months Before Its Pro-Trump 'Best Performance' Email

Social Security disability backlog explained: three government updates set against Commissioner Frank Bisignano's message to account holders.

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Social Security tax cap history: 10 milestones from $3,000 in 1937 to $184,500 in 2026

Social Security tax cap history in 10 milestones, from a $3,000 wage base in 1937 to the $184,500 limit the SSA announced for 2026

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2027 COLA: 10 facts on SSI, Social Security and notices from the SSA release

The 2027 Social Security COLA is 3.6%, adding $75 a month to the average retirement check, and these 10 details explain who gets it, when and how notices arrive

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How a 2032 Social Security shortfall could land in 14 states and D.C.

Social Security cuts by state could reach $556 a month under CRFB projections, and these 14 states and D.C. show how unevenly a 2032 shortfall would land

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Social Security Email Praising Trump May Violate Anticorruption Law, Experts Say

A message sent days before the midterms could violate the Hatch Act, which restricts political activity by federal employees. Emails sent by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that praised...

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Social Security payments November 3: Eligible retirees could get up to $5,181 under 2026 benefit rules

Social Security payments arrive November 3, with eligible retirees able to receive up to $5,181. The first round of November Social Security payments for retirees, now capped at $5,181, will be issued in nine days. Covered by 3 outlets:...

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From the 1935 act to Medicare: 10 milestones in the history of Social Security

Trace the history of Social Security through 10 turning points, from Roosevelt's 1935 law and the first checks to Medicare, the 1983 reforms and today's trust fund outlook

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Social security projected benefit cuts 2032: Millions of Americans may miss out 22 per cent of total retirement income. Check SSA-CoLA calculations

Social security projected benefit cuts 2032: At that time the ​fund's projected income will be sufficient to ⁠pay just 78 per cent ‌of scheduled benefits, indicating beneficiaries will see a ​22 per cent ​cut in monthly Social Security...

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Who gets Social Security tomorrow, November 3? Is your payment COLA-adjusted, and how much will beneficiaries receive in November?

Social Security payments begin November 3 for beneficiaries who started collecting before May 1997. Other recipients will receive benefits on November 10, 18 or 25, depending on their birthdays. Veterans Day shifts the first...

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Midterm elections put Social Security funding gaps on the ballot

With Social Security's main trust fund on course to be depleted in 2032, Congress will face mounting pressure to find remedies and avert benefit cuts.

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Colorado to Vermont: the 8 states that still tax Social Security benefits

Eight states tax Social Security benefits in 2026, each with its own rules on who pays, plus how federal taxation works and how West Virginia left the list

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Democrat Says Social Security Could Get 'Cut to Ribbons' if GOP Wins

Murray's warning comes as Democrats seek to make Social Security a major dividing line in the midterm elections.

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How much will your Medicare premium rise in 2027 and how much of your Social Security raise will you actually keep?

The standard Medicare Part B premium may go up by $6.60 a month next year. That is far smaller than the jump in 2026. Still, for people living on Social Security, even a small rise matters, because the premium usually comes out of the...

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A $2,000 Social Security Benefit Could Count as $2,500 in Mortgage Income Under Fannie Mae Rules

Fannie Mae rules may allow lenders to increase verified nontaxable Social Security income when assessing a mortgage application, but the adjustment does not raise the borrower's actual payments.

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Washington ExaminerRight
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December Social Security direct payment worth $994 goes out in 31 days

The December 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be sent to recipients in 31 days. SSI payments are typically issued on the first day of each month. If the first day falls on a weekend or federal holiday,...

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DC’s most pressing post-midterm question: What to do about Social Security’s pending insolvency?

The House Freedom Caucus was founded in the hangover of the Tea Party movement, ostensibly to revolt against the fiscal moderation of then-House Speaker John Boehner, an Ohio Republican. So, I laughed out loud at the response a Freedom...

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Social Security Cuts Are Now Expected to Be Larger Than Predicted According to Recent Forecasts

US government forecasts project Social Security's retirement trust fund could be depleted in late 2032, leaving payroll tax income sufficient to cover only 78% of scheduled benefits

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Has no tax on tips/overtime/Social Security helped the GOP?

HAS NO TAX ON TIPS/OVERTIME/SOCIAL SECURITY HELPED THE GOP? At a recent midterm campaign rally in Sioux City, Iowa, President Donald Trump spent quite a while talking about his policies of no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, and no tax...

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Social Security and IRS head pledges Trump Accounts donation

Frank Bisignano, commissioner of the Social Security Administration and CEO of the IRS, has become the first senior administration official to pledge a donation to Trump Accounts. Bisignano announced on Thursday that he is donating $250...

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Social Security Is Like a Ponzi Scheme. How Do We Fix It?

John Stossel stands in front of a Social Security Card and the U.S. Capitol with a red downward arrow

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Centre sets up social security board to frame welfare schemes for gig workers

In a significant move, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has initiated the National Social Security Board, designed to improve welfare for unorganised and gig economy workers. This board will advise on the rollout and supervision of...

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Gig workers may get social security benefits through 2% transaction levy on businesses

The government is considering implementing a 2% transaction-based levy on aggregators to support social security for gig workers. This levy will fund benefits such as insurance, health, and maternity support for over 12 million workers....

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Rapido Gets Representation on National Social Security Board for Gig and Platform Workers

Manasvi Mann, General Counsel and Head of Corporate Affairs and Public Policy at Rapido, nominated as a member; company is the only app-based passenger mobility aggregator among five platform companies represented.

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Why Did So Many People File Early for Social Security Last Year?

Experts point to well-publicized turmoil at the government agency last year as a potential spark.

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From Senate Candidates, Surprising Stances on Fixing Social Security

Congress needs a plan to prevent the program’s funds from running short by 2032. Many Senate candidates have shared their positions — some of them unexpected.

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A stress-free guide to organizing important paperwork and documents

Got piles of mail stacking up in the kitchen? Not sure where your Social Security card is? It might be time to sort through your paperwork. Don't let it overwhelm you with this simple guide.

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Affording America: Why one Texas grandmother can't retire

At 77, Houston grandmother Sistafabu Modupe still needs a day job. Her monthly Social Security check alone doesn't cover her bills, leaving her unable to retire. Like millions of older Americans facing financial hardship, she has come...

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Dukes of Hazzard Star John Schneider Changes His Tune in Bitter Divorce Battle Over Millions

John Schneider has acknowledged owing his former wife approximately $3.7 million in unpaid spousal support, while disputing a proposal to redirect half of his Social Security benefits.

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Jon Husted vs. Sherrod Brown Ohio Race May Come Down to Third-Party Voters

Ohio's U.S. Senate race between Jon Husted and Sherrod Brown is shaping up to be one of the closest contests of the midterms.

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