Overview

• SSA disbursed the second July wave to those born between the 11th and 20th on July 16 and will release the final batch for birthdays 21–31 on July 23.
• Cost-of-living adjustments for 2025 have raised the typical retirement benefit above $2,000 a month and set the maximum payout at $5,108 for those claiming at age 70.
• Payroll taxes fund the program but analysts warn the trust fund could run short by 2034 if Congress does not intervene.
• Under the new policy, the SSA will deduct up to half of each beneficiary’s monthly payment to recover improper payouts until balances are cleared.
• The agency follows a strict weekday-only payment calendar to ensure deposits never fall on weekends or holidays.