The Latest Breaking News from the Social Security Administration

A new lawsuit alleges that an expanded Department of Homeland Security data system is causing U.S. citizens to be wrongly removed from voter rolls, raising questions about the accuracy and legality of federal efforts to verify voter eligibility.

Millions of Americans will see their February Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment hit their accounts sooner than expected. The Social Security Administration typically issues these checks on the first day of the month. However, the schedule for February 2026 follows a different timeline. You will receive your funds on Friday,…

For most people, claiming benefits at 62 instead of waiting until 70 means receiving about 40% less per month for life.

Here's what the average retired worker can expect for spring 2026 checks, according to the Social Security Administration and what factors into the estimates.

It’s 7:30 a.m., and you open your bank app with a grin, expecting to see your Social Security deposit slightly higher than last month.

Does working after full retirement age affect Social Security benefits? Let's find out.

If you woke up today and rushed to check your bank account for your first Social Security payment of the year, you may have experienced...

If you recently checked your bank account and found that your 2026 Social Security “raise” was closer to the price of a cup of coffee...

If you were expecting a bigger Social Security check on January 14, 2026, you’re not alone. Everyone assumed the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 would bump up their payments starting in January. However, you might be surprised to find out that your deposit looks suspiciously identical to December’s, despite the…

The Social Security Administration recently announced a 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026, providing a modest bump for millions of Americans. However, many retirees are...

If you checked your bank balance this week expecting a celebratory boost from the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), you likely felt a sting of disappointment...