More than 70 million Americans depend on Social Security benefits each month as an important source of income.

A new 2026 budget deal gives Social Security a $50 million customer service boost. Here's what it means for retirees and potential access to SSA support.

The amendment, led by Rep. Andy Biggs of Arizona, fell short on a 211-207 vote, below the two-thirds threshold required for constitutional amendments. Every Republican who took part in the vote ...

Numerous fraudulent websites and impersonators are currently charging fees for services that the federal government provides ...

In 2025, Social Security Administration employees were suddenly faced with a heavier workload. Here's how that can affect you when you need help.

The Social Security Administration is shifting to a nationalized customer service system starting this weekend, impacting 75 million seniors ...

Social Security problems can be solved online, over the phone or via an in-person appointment. People can apply for most benefits online as well as check the status of their application, change direct ...

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget estimates that Social Security payments will be reduced by 24% in 2032 unless the current system is reformed. A 24% reduction in benefits could result in ...

The Social Security Administration announced Friday that benefit payments will increase 2.8% next year to account for the higher cost of living. The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment, knowns as the COLA, ...

Few if any programs of the U.S. government touch as many people as directly as Social Security. Nearly every working American pays Social Security taxes, and more than 55 million people receive ...