Social Security is a major source of income for 74M Americans — but how far does the average check go? See average benefits ...

The Republican Party’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts that Trump signed into law July 4 included what’s arguably ...

In a critical move to safeguard Social Security, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer introduces a bill targeting operational ...

Social Security has long served as a financial safety net for millions of Americans, but the program faces increasing ...

The program gave birth to the idea of retirement and covers nearly all Americans — but now it faces major financial and ...

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Her Excellency Annalena Baerbock, Germany’s Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, was elected to serve as President of the 80th session of the General Assembly. The election took place at United ...

Regional and global leaders are criticizing the Israeli plan to occupy Gaza City. Germany has also said it won’t approve any ...

The new bill comes as the Social Security trust fund approaches possible depletion and as Congress faces mounting pressure.

Starting September 30, 2025, the SSA will stop issuing paper checks for those who still receive their benefits this way.

Social Security is particularly vital for older women and people of color, who often work low-wage jobs that don’t offer ...