The Latest Breaking News from SSA

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently made a subtle but significant change: it no longer reports call wait times in mail notices sent to beneficiaries....

The Trump administration has dropped a proposed rule that would have made it harder for older Americans to qualify for Social Security disability benefits, backing away after weeks of criticism from advocates and lawmakers who warned of large-scale denials.

If you're feeling a bit worried about retirement, particularly your Social Security benefits, you certainly aren't alone.

Do you have to pay the monthly Medicare premium surcharge this year? It depends.

Learn smart strategies to prepare your finances for digital Social Security payments and stay secure in the shift to online benefits.

Here is a look at what Social Security beneficiaries should expect this winter.

While the benefits you receive from Social Security are taxable at the federal level, your overall income will determine whether you pay taxes.

The federal government shutdown, now the longest in U.S. history, is affecting services across multiple agencies, including the Social Security Administration. While Social Security payments are continuing on schedule, in-person services at local field offices are operating on a reduced basis due to staffing shortages, according to the SSA's website.

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