Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
Would a Higher Social Security Claiming Age Boost the Economy?
By John ManganaroProjections show that one of the program's trust funds will run out of reserves by 2033, which would result in an immediate 23% benefit cut.
June 30, 2023
What if Social Security Went Bust and Kept Paying Full Benefits?A new CBO report examines this theoretical scenario.
June 06, 2023
Social Security Cuts on the Table as McCarthy Assembles CommissionHouse Speaker Kevin McCarthy intends to create a group to scrutinize spending, including on Social Security and Medicare.
June 01, 2023
What's at Stake for Social Security as Debt Deal Moves to SenateExperts fear reduced resources for the IRS will have unintended consequences.
May 19, 2023
Waiting to Fix Social Security Just Increases the Pain, GAO WarnsThe earlier the course correction, the more gradually changes can be phased in, giving workers time to adjust.
May 17, 2023
Kotlikoff Joins Laffey Presidential Campaign as Chief Economic AdvisorCampaign leaders say the economist will help present a vision that will resonate with voters of all stripes.
May 12, 2023
Don't Panic! Social Security Isn't Going Away Anytime SoonWhile the program faces problems, fearful speculation can trigger undue panic and poor decisions.
May 10, 2023
Social Security Clawback Nightmare Hints at Far Bigger Problems: KotlikoffThe economist doesn't mince words on the state of the system — or advisors' failure to navigate it.