Social Security Wasted Money Chasing Small Overpayments, Watchdog Finds
By Melanie WaddellThe agency spent approximately $4.6 million to recover about $2.6 million, its inspector general estimated.
May 14, 2026
Newsom Pitches Software Tax to Raise Billions in New RevenueThe plan could raise $1.1 billion in state and local tax revenue in the upcoming budget year.
May 14, 2026
40% of Retirees Under 80 Rarely or Never Use EmailHalf search the web for information less than once a month, and only 23% make regular use of social media, according to a new survey report.
May 14, 2026
Corient Acquires $7.8B Capital AdvisorsThe firm's principals will become Corient partners upon closing, expected later this quarter.
May 14, 2026
Ted Cruz Says Trump Accounts Could Replace Social Security. Retirement Pros Are Skeptical.Consultant Marcia Mantell said she was "livid" at the idea. But advisors' clients have long worried about trust fund solvency.
May 14, 2026
Long-Stalled Crypto Bill Wins Key Senate Committee VoteThe Senate Banking Committee advanced the Clarity Act, which would establish the CFTC as crypto's primary regulator.
May 14, 2026
Fired Edward Jones Advisor Sentenced to 3 Years for Nearly $1M FraudJohn S. Winslow bought his widowed client flowers and chocolate, then used her money to buy luxuries, authorities said.
May 14, 2026
NY Plans New Tax on City Homes Over $1M Bought With CashThe levy is expected to raise $160 million to help fill the city's budget hole.