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BIZARRE: Medicare - You Need To See This

"We're fighting wars": Trump bets his presidency on the Pentagon

"We can't take care of daycare. Medicaid, Medicare, all these individual things," he said.

Axios

US Budget 2027: Trump seeks record $1.5tn defence push amid Iran war

US President Donald Trump has proposed a massive $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027. This plan significantly boosts military spending. It also calls for reducing non-defense outlays. The administration aims to shift some responsibilities to state and local governments. This proposal highlights a strong focus on national security amid ongoing…

The Times of India

Be Well: Medicaid 'spend down' strategy can cover high long-term care costs. But do not go it alone

Many older Americans end up relying on Medicaid for long-term care because Medicare rarely covers daily help like bathing or eating

The Independent UK

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5 Crimes Targeting Seniors Right Now — The Red Flags You Can’t Ignore

Scams and exploitation aren’t just “sad stories on the news” anymore, they’re showing up in everyday phone calls, texts, emails, and even friendly conversations. The...

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CBO: Federal deficits and debt to worsen over next decade

The Congressional Budget Office projects worsening federal deficits and rising debt over the next decade, driven by increased spending on Social Security, Medicare, and debt service payments

The Independent UK

President Trump just missed a key deadline to share his spending plans: Fears are mounting about what that means for $38.5 trillion national debt

“We won’t be able to fix the debt without touching Social Security, Medicare, defense, or revenue—the math just doesn’t work. And we can’t count on heroic growth rates or crashing interest rates,” said Maya MacGuineas, president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB).

Fortune

What Questions Should You Ask a Financial Advisor Before Signing On?

As we get older, managing money becomes more complex. Retirement accounts, Social Security, Medicare, estate planning—it’s a lot to juggle. That’s where a good financial...

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10 Costs That Make Retirement Budgets Feel Unstable

Retirement is supposed to feel like a victory lap, not a financial obstacle course. You clock out for the last time, imagine slow mornings and flexible days, and expect your money to finally relax along with you. Then reality taps you on the shoulder with a stack of bills you…

The Free Financial Advisor

‘Most corrupt President in American history’: Senator Patty Murray lashes out at Trump, says she has never seen a President so ‘unwilling’ to work with

In a few days, it will be a month since the government shutdown started after Democrats and Republicans failed to reach an agreement on a funding bill. In this period, a lot has happened: from smear campaigns to lies, to deception and scare tactics, President Donald Trump and his supporters…

The Mary Sue

I Asked ChatGPT What Would Happen If the Middle Class Paid Taxes at the Same Rate as Billionaires

To dig into the question, ChatGPT was asked what might happen if the middle class paid taxes at the same effective rate as billionaires.

GOBankingRates

How Much the Average Retiree Spends Plus 7 Bills That Drain Retirement Savings

Often, retirees have less income to spend in their golden years, but that is also matched by the fact that folks over 65 typically having fewer bills to pay.

GOBankingRates

Molina Healthcare’s Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know

Molina Healthcare is expected to release its fiscal third-quarter earnings report this month, and analysts project a double-digit bottom-line decline.

Barchart

Elon Musk Says We'll All Have 'Best' Medical Care, Food, Housing and 'Everything Else' And A Universal 'High' Income When Robots Take Over By 2030

What happens when robots take everyone's jobs? It's the question hanging over office chatter, think pieces, and late-night doomscrolling. People are scrambling to find "AI-proof" careers, but with predictions that automation could replace nearly every role, the anxiety feels justified.

Benzinga

Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish on Molina Healthcare Stock?

Molina Healthcare has been underperforming the broader market over the past year, and analysts are adopting a wait-and-see stance on the stock’s growth prospects.

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The Conversation

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Health Minister Mark Butler on kids on the NDIS and aged care funding

Medicare, aged care and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) are all key parts of Australians’ lives. But for the federal government, each of these areas – especially growing demand and rising costs – remains a challenge.

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Worried About Social Security in 2025? A Pro Financial Planner Shares Key Things To Know

In a recent podcast, Barbara Ginty reassured listeners that while Social Security isn't going away, it does face pressures that require thoughtful planning.

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Trump Medicaid Cuts Hurting Rural Supporters Where They Live

Just over two years ago, the Biden administration provided about $11 billion in grants and loans for utility companies to provide low-cost clean energy to...

Benzinga

Still Working At 69, Eligible For Social Security: Should He Keep Waiting Or Claim Now?

At 69, many Americans are thinking about slowing down, if they haven't already — but not everyone. One Reddit user recently shared that her husband, born in January 1956, is still working full time and loves his job. He's also the only one at his hospital who performs certain specialized…

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Salon

GOP cuts make Trump touch the third rail

Republicans are raising the deficit so high that it may trigger sequestration and mandatory cuts to Medicare

Reason

How Does the National Debt Affect You? A Budget Expert Explains.

Higher debt means lower wages, higher interest rates, and fewer opportunities, says Romina Boccia of the Cato Institute.

The Conversation

Labor says its second term will be about productivity reform. These ideas could help shift the dial

In his victory speech, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlighted social policy as a major factor in Labor’s electoral success, particularly Medicare, housing and cost of living relief. He was justified in doing so.

The Texas Tribune

Financial hardships shutter East Texas hospital 14 months after reopening

Residents in Trinity County will now have to travel 30 miles to access the closest hospital.

AAP

Cost of mental healthcare stacking up on troubled youth

Steeply rising prices for mental healthcare appointments hurt young people the most, adding to the psychological burden while enduring a cost-of-living crisis.

The Guardian - AU

Australian election called for 3 May – as it happened

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International Business Times

Social Security Administration Reverses Some Identity Verification Plans After Backlash

Under the revised policy, which will take effect on April 14 (instead of the original March 31 date), individuals applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Medicare, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will now be able to complete their applications over the phone, eliminating the need for an in-person visit.

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