A key Social Security shift in 2026 will change when millions qualify for full benefits, altering timelines and expectations for future retirees.

Social Security beneficiaries will see a 2.8% increase in 2026, benefiting 75 million Americans, despite inflation reducing the perceived value of payments. The Social Security beneficiaries will see ...

Texas Democrats announced the creation of a committee on a hunger crisis. The committee will investigate how cuts to SNAP benefits could affect Texas families. Senate Democrats block government ...

Over 70 million Americans receive Social Security benefits, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA). And 67% of retirees rely on their Social Security checks for more than 50% of their ...

Delaying Social Security past 62 increases monthly benefits by 5% to 8% per year until age 70. Claiming Social Security at 62 offers more years of benefits but reduces payments up to 30%. Working past ...

In most years, Social Security cost of living adjustments increase to keep pace with inflation. The COLA for 2026 increased benefits by 2.8%, higher than the 2.5% increase in 2025. Some argue that ...