Social Security News

• Social Security, Medicare reform fight shows divisions among Trump, DeSantis and Pence
  
  Former President Donald Trump has roundly rejected any cuts to the two programs, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has said little about it on the campaign trail.
  CNBC.  Thursday, 8 Jun 2023.
• Are You Eligible For Ex-Spousal Social Security Benefits As A Divorced Spouse?
  
  Ex-spousal benefits are probably the most misunderstood Social Security benefit. I keep things simple in this article and explain the qualifications and exceptions.
  Forbes.  Friday, 2 Jun 2023.
• 10 of the Best Books on Social Security
  
  Social Security benefits will eventually be paid to the majority of American workers. It may be possible to qualify for bigger Social Security payments and avoid payment reductions and ...
  Entrepreneur.  Friday, 26 May 2023.
• Club for Growth takes a swing at Trump over Social Security benefits
  
  The conservative Club for Growth tees off on Trump over Social Security in an ad filled with golf puns.
  CBS News.  Friday, 26 May 2023.
• Debt ceiling default timeline: When are Medicaid, Social Security and other payments in jeopardy
  
  What would happen if Washington can't reach a deal is uncharted territory: The nation has never defaulted on its debt.
  ABC News.  Thursday, 25 May 2023.
• Congress could leave for weekend with no deal
  
  A week from today, the U.S. could run out of money to pay its bills. This could delay social security, medical, and food assistance as well as cost millions of jobs. Nikole Killion reports from Washington.
  CBS News.  Thursday, 25 May 2023.
• 'It's not their money': Older Americans worried debt default means no Social Security
  
  "I paid into Social Security, and I paid into Medicare," Lynda Fisher, 80, said. "And now they're trying to take it away. It's not their money, it's my money that I paid into."
  ABC News.  Wednesday, 24 May 2023.
• Biden and Trump should be DISQUALIFIED for being 'dishonest' about Social Security, Cassidy says
  
  Sen. Bill Cassidy thinks both Donald Trump and Joe Biden should be 'disqualified' for pretending they care about Social Security.
  Daily Mail.  Tuesday, 23 May 2023.
• Editorial: Homeless people shouldn't spend weeks proving they're poor before they get an apartment
  
  Homeless people shouldn't have to spend weeks collecting proof of their Social Security numbers and poverty before they can move into apartments.
  Los Angeles Times.  Sunday, 21 May 2023.
• Case Managers Provide Essential Services To Social Security Disability Insurance Beneficiaries Returning To Work
  
  After you receive SSDI benefits, you can take advantage of the free TTW incentives that provide a way for you to begin working without fear of losing important income ...
  Forbes.  Wednesday, 17 May 2023.
• What Were the Most Popular Baby Names in the US Last Year?
  
  Dutton and Wrenlee are on the rise but they're no match for champs Liam and Olivia as the top baby names in the U.S. last year. The Social Security Administration released the annual list Friday. ...
  Voice of America.  Saturday, 13 May 2023.
• Is YOUR data for sale on the dark web? Here's how to check if you've been affected
  
  Your personal data could sell for more than $1,200 on the dark web. Cybersecurity experts reveal ways to see if your passwords, credit card details and social security numbers are up for sale.
  Daily Mail.  Tuesday, 18 Apr 2023.
• Most oppose Social Security, Medicare cuts: AP-NORC poll
  
  Most U.S. adults are opposed to proposals that would cut into Medicare or Social Security benefits, and a majority support raising taxes on the nation's highest earners to keep Medicare running as is.
  Washington Times.  Friday, 7 Apr 2023.
• Taking Social Security, Paying Student Debt: Financial Planners Weigh In
  
  Readers sent some of their most urgent financial queries, asking about issues like Social Security and student loan debt. Financial planners offered ideas.
  New York Times.  Thursday, 6 Apr 2023.
• Inflation tops Americans' concerns, but drug use and Social Security worries surging: Gallup
  
  Inflation remains the top issue of concern for Americans, but the public is getting increasingly worried about other topics in the news cycle, notably the fentanyl-fueled drug crisis and the solvency of Social Security.
  Washington Times.  Thursday, 6 Apr 2023.

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