Supreme Court clears DOGE to tap Social Security data trove

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Justices lift a lower‑court block, granting the Department of Government Efficiency a peek at records that follow Americans from birth to death. The nation’s top court has opened the vault. In a 6‑3 decision, the Supreme Court on Friday reinstated the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) access to Social Security Administration (SSA) databases—an ocean of … Read more

Say goodbye to waiting at the SSA offices: now Social Security checks are deposited directly into your account

Exterior of a Social Security Administration office where beneficiaries can now receive direct deposit payments

Goodbye to waiting lines—Social Security checks now land in your account automaticallySkip the paper shuffle: millions of SSA and SSI beneficiaries can get paid faster and safer with direct deposit or the Direct Express® debit card. If you still race the mail carrier for a paper check, here is welcome news. The Social Security Administration (SSA) … Read more

Confirmed: Digital SSN cards arrive this summer — what the SSA rollout means and how to view your number

Illustration of a digital Social Security card alongside a padlock icon, representing the SSA’s secure online SSN access rollout

Starting in July 2025, beneficiaries will be able to view their full SSN online through a fortified mySocialSecurity portal, eliminating the need to carry the fragile paper card. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed a landmark upgrade that lets account holders pull up their nine‑digit number on any secure device. The change promises to spare … Read more

Summer garnishments threaten seniors’ Social Security: here are two legal escape routes

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Millions of retirees could see their monthly checks shrink as early as July, thanks to a revived rule targeting unpaid federal student loans. The change restarts a collection tool frozen during the pandemic and allows the government to intercept part of a benefit before it ever reaches the bank. For roughly 452,000 older borrowers, the Treasury … Read more

Social Security confirms 2.5 million back payments sent—find out whether yours is on the way

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Teachers, firefighters, police officers and other state and local workers can now reclaim benefits lost under the old WEP and GPO rules. Nearly four months after the Social Security Fairness Act took effect, the Social Security Administration (SSA) says it has already deposited more than 2.5 million one‑time retroactive payments into Americans’ bank accounts. The checks … Read more

No deposits for Father’s Day: SSA schedules checks for $2,020 for these days in June

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The SSA’s June calendar places the next round of retirement payments on June 18 or June 25, depending on birthdays and when benefits first started. Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15, yet the Social Security Administration (SSA) never processes deposits on weekends or federal holidays. If your check usually lands mid‑month, you might have to wait a … Read more

It’s official: SSA database gets its biggest scrub in decades — Out with the 160-year-olds

Two prominent figures sharing a friendly moment in front of a Social Security card and dollar-bill background, illustrating nationwide focus on the agency’s record-breaking data purge and anti-fraud push.

More than 12.3 million records for Americans improbably listed at 120 years old—or older—have been wiped, closing a costly loophole for identity thieves. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has finished an 11‑week sweep of the Social Security Administration’s files, striking names that should have been marked deceased decades ago. Officials say the move will cut down … Read more

Good news for 2.8 million retirees — full Social Security checks return under new law

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Millions of retired public workers will soon see their full Social Security checks again, thanks to a new federal law signed just before the presidential transition. For years many teachers, firefighters, and other public servants watched part of their earned benefit vanish. Now relief is on the way—and it starts retroactively from January 2024. What the … Read more

The one-time $255 Social Security check helps ease expenses: these are the eligible families and requirements to meet

Rows of American flags on graves symbolize deceased workers whose families may claim the $255 Social Security lump-sum death payment.

Losing a loved one is hard enough—missing out on a modest but timely $255 payment from Social Security shouldn’t add to the stress. Here’s what survivors need to know, in plain English. The Social Security Administration (SSA) offers a one‑time “death payment” of $255 to certain relatives of a worker who paid into the system. … Read more

SSI checks up to $1,450: who can claim and what to know for 2025

Woman in wheelchair in front of a Social Security card and a fan of $100 bills, illustrating 2025 SSI checks up to $1,450.

More than 7 million Americans rely on Supplemental Security Income—here’s what changes next year and whether you’re leaving money on the table. If your wallet feels lighter than it should, SSI may soon give it a boost. The federal program will raise its maximum monthly check to $967 for individuals and $1,450 for eligible married … Read more

Social Security overhaul: full retirement age climbs, ending the 65 tradition for good

Worried senior couple outside a Social Security office, dollar bill backdrop, illustrating 2026 shift to full retirement age 67.

Starting January 1, 2026, American workers will need to reach age 67 to claim the full Social Security retirement check—ending four decades of gradual increases and marking a permanent shift in how (and when) future retirees can cash in. For anyone eyeing their golden years, the new full retirement age (FRA) means planning just got real. Beneficiaries born in … Read more

Who qualifies for the late-June RSDI checks—retiree, survivor, or disabled?

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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has just three Retirement, Survivors and Disability Insurance (RSDI) checks left to send this June, and each one follows strict birth‑date and filing rules that millions of recipients need to watch. Missing the window could mean waiting until July. The last rounds of Wednesdays began on June 11 and only … Read more

Goodbye to Social Security—Miss the new SSA checklist and your monthly check could disappear

Stack of hundred-dollar bills lying on Social Security cards, illustrating the risk of lost benefits if recipients miss the 2025 SSA checklist.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has launched stricter 2025 compliance checks that could temporarily cut payments for retirees, disabled workers, and surviving family members who miss paperwork or fail to update personal data. Millions rely on those monthly deposits—so knowing the new rules is critical. What the 2025 Social Security oversight expansion really asks of … Read more

Social Security to issue June checks up to $2,831 for eligible retirees aged 62 and older

Smiling senior couple with dollars raining in front of a June 2025 calendar, illustrating Social Security checks up to $2,831 for retirees 62+.

If you are at least 62 years old and receiving Social Security, June could bring you as much as $2,831. This amount varies for each beneficiary, based on your lifetime earnings and the age at which you filed for retirement. Curious about how it all comes together? In general, checks for those who start collecting … Read more

Confirmed—Social Security ditches paper checks; here’s how your benefits will land in your account

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Confirmed: the SSA is changing the payment system, and here is the new way you will receive your monthly check Millions of Social Security affiliates will soon transition from physical checks to electronic payments. This shift aims to streamline the process, enhance security, and ensure that everyone receives their funds quickly and safely. So, who … Read more

Social Security checks face summer garnishment: two little-known options could shield most retirees

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Retirees who rely on their monthly benefit could soon see a decrease of up to 15%. This unexpected reduction may catch many older Americans off guard, especially those juggling student loan debts. For decades, Social Security has served as a critical financial lifeline for retirees. According to recent data, up to 90% of retirees depend … Read more

Good news for New Yorkers: Combine SSI with ten more payments to combat rising costs

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State residents living on Supplemental Security Income risk leaving money on the table. Here’s what to know before the new year. Living in New York on a fixed SSI check is tough when rent, groceries and utilities keep rising. Yet Albany and Washington funnel extra cash, food and bill relief to people who meet the same … Read more

Trio of Social Security updates starts now, and retirees could feel the pinch

Social Security Administration logo overlaying the U.S. Capitol, representing 2025 benefit, earnings-limit, and Medicare changes for retirees.

Cost‑of‑living bump, earnings‑limit hike, and Medicare premium change start in 2025, prompting seniors to recalculate monthly cash flow. The Social Security landscape is shifting again. Beginning in January 2025, retirees will see a larger check, face a higher earnings cap if they still work, and pay steeper Medicare premiums. Here’s what matters most—and what to … Read more

Seniors could see $4,000 extra deduction under new House tax proposal

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Millions of older Americans could soon claim a bigger standard deduction, thanks to former president Donald Trump’s “One, Big Beautiful Bill,” now working its way through Capitol Hill. The measure would give low‑ and middle‑income seniors an extra $4,000 write‑off, trimming their taxable income just when inflation has squeezed every grocery and pharmacy run. If approved, … Read more

Monthly financial aid plans replacing stimulus check: These are all the government benefits that can boost your pocketbook

U.S. Treasury stimulus check, Liberty figure, cash envelope and $100 bills—symbolizing 2025 monthly financial aid and state benefits

While Washington presses pause on more stimulus checks, several state and local programs are quietly funneling cash to families who need it most. Americans living paycheck to paycheck can still find meaningful help in 2025—even if the federal faucet is off. From monthly guaranteed‑income pilots to hefty tax rebates, here are the top options, plus … Read more