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The initial 2026 Social Security payment for those who were getting benefits before May 1997 will arrive January 2. For ...

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Almost every year since the Social Security Act was passed in 1935, there have been amendments to that original law.

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Social Security Christmas week 2025 office hours and retirement age changes in 2026 affect millions. SSA offices stay open on ...

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Social Security faces a 2033 shortfall, which means future retirees may see benefit cuts. Plan ahead by delaying filing, ...