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Social Security Funding

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Social Security COLA for 2027 Is Tracking Around 3.6%

The official increase will be fixed after the September CPI‑W average is published in October then Medicare Part B premiums are set in November so retirees cannot know their net gain.

New Analysis Finds Social Security Is Top Income Source for Many While OASI Trust Fund Still Faces 2032 Shortfall

Senators Seek Fast-Track Vote to Force Social Security Solvency Plan

Social Security Trust Fund Projected to Run Out in 2032 as Senators Propose Lifting Payroll‑Tax Cap

First March Social Security Payments Arrive Wednesday for Birthdays 1–10

Social Security Sends Final January Payments This Week as 2026 Rules Take Effect

Social Security Administration Revises Misleading Email on Benefit Taxes

Social Security to Withhold Half of Benefits From Overpaid Recipients Starting July 24