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Seminole County Rebuts Florida CFO’s Overspending Claim as State Reviews County’s Letter

County leaders say mandated expenses drove the budget growth, including higher public-safety costs.

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

USDA Cost-of-Living Update Boosts SNAP Benefits Starting Oct. 1

First September Social Security Checks Arrive Sept. 10 for Birthdays 1–10

Projections Point to 2.7% Social Security COLA for 2026