Beware this new ‘high-pressure’ Social Security scam targeting US seniors — here’s what you need to know to protect yourself

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) for the Social Security Administration is warning seniors about a new scam that ...
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Retirees Beware: Social Security Recipients Receiving Fraudulent, Threatening Emails

Scammers view retirees as a rich source of easy-to-access money. A recent scam involves crooks claiming to be the Social Security Administration. You can protect your private information by remaining ...

2026 Social Security COLA is 2.8%: What You Need to Know

The SSA has announced the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), the new maximum taxable wage cap, and the earnings ...

What is SNAP? What is WIC? And what benefits will government benefits stop in November?

A primary difference between WIC and SNAP is that the Women, Infants and Children program provides more than just food. Individuals receiving support can access services like health screening, ...

What today's inflation report says about the economy — and Social Security checks

Because of the shutdown, the federal government is belatedly releasing new Consumer Price Index numbers, which the Social Security Administration needs to adjust for next year's benefits.