The Latest Breaking News from Social Security

Federal judge notes the irony of the Trump administration’s attempts to conceal DOGE staff while having ‘unfettered’ access to personal information for millions of Americans

President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order Thursday “aimed at eliminating” the U.S. Education Department

A federal judge has temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency from Social Security Administration systems that hold personally identifiable data on millions of Americans

Social Security's new in-person ID verification policy sparks backlash from retirees and advocates over accessibility concerns.

The John F. Kennedy assassination documents released this week disclosed sensitive personal information, including Social Security numbers

GOP senators fear welfare is ‘third rail’ issue and DOGE’s tampering with services could inspire backlash from constituents in their states

Even conservatives can't muster pity for a whining billionaire coming for Granny's Social Security

In October, the SSA will reveal the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that will apply to Social Security benefits next year. The COLA is an increase designed to help Social Security payments keep up with inflation.

The Social Security Administration’s plan to require in-person identity checks for millions of new and existing recipients has drawn ire from lawmakers, advocacy groups and program recipients who are concerned that the government is placing barriers in front of people seeking to access their benefits

Jeanette Vizguerra appears to be first high-profile immigration advocate targeted in Donald Trump’s deportation push.

The SSA is transitioning to stronger identity verification procedures for both new benefit claims and direct deposit changes.