Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
Social Security Retirement Fund on Track to Go Bust in 2033: Trustees Report
By John ManganaroAllowing the programs to become insolvent could lead to reductions in benefits, The Senior Citizens League says.
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.
January 27, 2023
5 New House Committee Chiefs for Advisors to WatchThese lawmakers have sway over issues like Social Security and Medicare reform and fiduciary rules.