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Shutdown Won’t Affect Social Security

Understanding the Impact of the 2026 COLA on Social Security Benefits

The Social Security Administration is set to announce the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026, promising increased benefits for retirees. However, a government shutdown might delay this crucial update.

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Will My Social Security Be Affected by the Government Shutdown?

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What CA Social Security & Medicare beneficiaries can expect as shutdown continues

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Social Security cost-of-living increase announcement delayed by government shutdown

A three-week government shutdown has delayed the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment announcement to Oct. 24, complicating financial planning for 70.6 million beneficiaries.

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Journalists leave Pentagon rather than agree to Trump administration’s new reporting rules

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See all the ways shutdown is affecting Social Security, from payments to COLA news

Austin American-Statesman

When do I get my Social Security, SSI benefits? Second September payment coming this week

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some may have begun receiving smaller checks. However, the payments should arrive on schedule nonetheless. September's second round of benefits is coming this week. Here's what ...

Tennessean

Social Security benefits increase could be wiped out by double whammy. Impact in Georgia

The most anticipated day of the year is rapidly approaching for the more than 67 million beneficiaries who rely on Social Security. On Oct. 15, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will reveal what's expected to be a flurry of changes to the program in ...