Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
Social Security Trust Funds Hit by Big 2022, 2023 COLAs
By John ManganaroOther factors are effecting Social Security, too, such as lower projected GDP growth and greater longevity among beneficiaries.
March 20, 2023
More Retirees to Face Taxes on Their Social Security Benefits This YearCurrent income thresholds aren't adjusted for inflation, leading some advocacy groups to call for reform.
March 16, 2023
Fixing Social Security Starts With a Visit to TownsvilleAn American Academy of Actuaries simulation shows users how the program's finances work.
March 15, 2023
7 Social Security Claiming Myths That Can Shortchange ClientsHartford Funds' Mike Lynch says it's crucial to consider how timing, income and taxes all affect Social Security benefits.
March 10, 2023
Debate: Should Retirement Tax Benefits Be Cut to Support Social Security?Our tax experts discuss whether reducing tax incentives would be a feasible alternative to cutting Social Security benefits.
March 09, 2023
Nikki Haley Calls for Raising Retirement AgeHaley also suggested in a speech that benefits for wealthy retirees should be limited.
February 08, 2023
Please Take Politics Out of Social Security Reform: Martha SheddenThere is far more agreement than disagreement about the ways to fix Social Security, Shedden says.
February 08, 2023
Biden Moves to Shield Medicare and Social Security From Budget ShowdownThe White House plans to post its own budget March 9.