Entitlement cuts should remain on the table as party leaders seek to hash out an end-of-the-year budget deal, Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) said Tuesday. A number of Democratic leaders — including Reps.

Warnings abound about impending Social Security benefit cuts if the program's finances aren't fixed in the coming years. While an automatic benefit cut could become necessary in 2035 when the ...

Most Americans rely on Social Security to make ends meet, with a 2024 Gallup poll finding that 60% of retirees say their benefits are a "major" source of income. But understanding how the program ...

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Social Security is an integral source of income for most retirees. Knowing how your benefit is calculated can help you earn as much as possible. Small steps can go a long way toward maximizing your ...