No more full Social Security COLA for millions of US seniors? New proposal reveals possible key to stabilize program. But here's who gets hurt

The crucial federal program faces an urgent solvency crisis.

Retirees Could See the Biggest Social Security Raise in 4 Years. Here's What Drives It.

Neither the Social Security Administration nor the White House arbitrarily sets it. Rather, another government agency determines it using a very specific formula.

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COLA amid rising inflation concerns. Sen. Ted Cruz calls Trump accounts for newborns "Social Security personal accounts," saying they could build momentum for future payroll tax reform. A proposed bill from Sen.

Will I get a Social Security payment this week? See current schedule

The first round of Social Security payments this month will be sent out on May 13. See full schedule, and the 2027 COLA forecast

Social Security’s COLA Adds $50 a Month, But Medicare Premium Hikes Cut It Down

Picture a retired teacher in Ohio, living mostly on Social Security, who opens her benefit verification letter in late October and feels her shoulders drop. The headline number sounds fine: a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026,