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Shutdown Pushes Inflation Report to Oct. 24, Delaying Social Security’s 2026 COLA Announcement

Reduced staffing leaves the agency on a tight clock, with a modest increase likely to be offset by higher Medicare premiums.

BLS Sets Oct. 24 CPI Release, Keeping Social Security's 2026 COLA on Schedule

Shutdown Puts Social Security’s 2026 COLA Announcement at Risk of Delay

Shutdown Puts Social Security’s 2026 COLA Announcement at Risk of Delay

Shutdown Puts Social Security’s 2026 COLA Announcement on Hold

SSI Recipients Will Get Two Payments in October as Calendar Shifts Move November Check