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Americans are filing for Social Security at record rates. Here's why.
Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, ...
91% of Social Security Fairness Act benefit increases, lump sum payments have been processed, agency says
A new law provides higher Social Security benefits and retroactive lump-sum payments for nearly 3 million people. Here’s the ...
Social security employees warn of delays: What the new priorities means for your benefits
Social Security employees fear that adding complicated unpaid pension claims to their priority list will push routine needs ...
Social Security Fairness Act update given on expanded benefits
While 91 percent of the those affected are now receiving full benefits, there are still some "complex cases" that are taking ...
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Senate Democrats seek audit of DOGE access to Social Security systems
A new bill from Sens. Whitehouse, Warren and Wyden calls for performance and security audits into what DOGE left behind in ...
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SSA will get call wait times down to ‘single digits’ using AI, commissioner tells employees
SSA Commissioner Frank Bisignano says the agency will roll out new tech and provide better customer service to beneficiaries ...
Social Security: beneficiaries may face complications in july due to a series of changes
In the coming weeks, thousands of Social Security beneficiaries—including retirees, individuals with disabilities, and ...
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Social Security to use artificial intelligence: New program explained
Social Security will roll out an AI-powered phone system in 2025 to improve customer service and cut long wait times.
Musk’s DOGE Fears Fuel Major Surge in Social Security Claims
The Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency’s shakeup of Social Security has triggered a major surge in claims, as ...
Social Security employees warn of possible delays: What to know to be prepared
Social Security recipients trying to update their bank details, fix overpayment issues, or resolve Medicare billing errors could face extended delays over the next month. Accordi ...