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Republican senators want Elon Musk and DOGE to stay away from Social Security, according to new report

GOP senators fear welfare is ‘third rail’ issue and DOGE’s tampering with services could inspire backlash from constituents in their states

The Independent UK

IRA Conversion to Roth: Rules to Convert an IRA or 401(k) to a Roth IRA

An IRA conversion can give you a leg-up in retirement with tax-free income. But proceed with caution.

Kiplinger

2026 Social Security COLA August Projection

In October, the SSA will reveal the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that will apply to Social Security benefits next year. The COLA is an increase designed to help Social Security payments keep up with inflation.

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Musk echoes rightwing conspiracy theories to defend social security cuts

Doge head makes unfounded claim that Democrats use fraud in programs such as Medicare to boost voting ranks

The Guardian - US

How much money is actually lost to fraud, waste in the US?

Fraud costs $521bn annually while Social Security grapples with worker shortages and rising beneficiary numbers.

Al Jazeera

Morning Mail: Gaza attack ‘just the beginning’, Russia offers limited ceasefire in Ukraine, opioids found in wastewater

Israel defence minister says all threats to Israelis ‘must be removed’; Trump says call to Putin on Ukraine was ‘productive’

The Guardian - AU

Avoiding the doctor due to cost is at a 10-year high. Here’s why GP bulk billing needs to change

Labor has pledged $8.5bn to help increase bulk-billing rates and the Coalition matched its promise – but the issue won’t go away. Here is what the funding aims to achieve

The Guardian - AU

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A brief history of Medicaid and America’s long struggle to establish a health care safety net

The Medicaid system has emerged as an early target of the Trump administration’s campaign to slash federal spending. A joint federal and state program, Medicaid provides health insurance coverage for more than 72 million people, including low-income Americans and their children and people with disabilities. It also helps foot the…

The Conversation

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Barbara Pocock on the Greens’ policy priorities

The Greens have heaped a lot of pressure on the government during this term, from issues of the environment, housing, and Medicare, to the war in the Middle East.

The Conversation

The Big Mistake Many Seniors Make with Their Healthcare Plans

Healthcare is one of the biggest concerns for older Americans, yet too many seniors make costly mistakes when choosing their plans.

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Democrats train fire on Musk as unelected billionaire dips in popularity

Leaders on left bet on Musk’s bravado to pull party out of political weeds as CEO eyes social security and health cuts

The Guardian - US

Cyclone Alfred to cost budget $1.2 billion, hit growth and push up inflation: Chalmers

Cyclone Alfred will cost the March 25 budget at least A$1.2 billion, hit growth and put pressure on inflation, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says.

The Conversation

What Trump Has Done With Social Security So Far

Since President Trump took office, he has proposed or initiated changes to how Social Security functions. Here's a roundup.

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What Trump Has Done With Medicare So Far

As the first anniversary of President Trump's inauguration approaches, he has proposed or initiated several changes impacting Medicare and Medicaid. Here's a roundup.

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CMS pick Oz vows to go after Medicare Advantage - Roll Call

Once a proponent of Medicare Advantage plans, Oz vowed Friday to go after those plans if they unfairly raise costs for the government.

Roll Call

Simpson remembered as a giant of the Senate, literally - Roll Call

The colorful former Wyoming Sen. Alan K. Simpson died Friday at age 93 while recovering from a broken hip he sustained in December.

Latin Times

Trump Campaign Manager Insists Musk Won't Cut Social Security: 'He's Not The President'

Former Trump campaign manager Chris LaCivita denied the claims that Musk's DOGE would cut Social Security as tensions between him and Cabinet members surface.

Kiplinger

This Measles Side Effect Can Undo Years of Immunity: Are You Safe?

Older adults may lack protection from measles, which can cause their immune systems to "unlearn" previous defenses to infectious diseases. Here's what to do.

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The Guardian - US

Musk’s entitlement remarks show Trumpworld can’t keep its story straight

The billionaire foreshadows cuts to Medicare and social security – despite Trump’s campaign pledges

The Independent UK

Dr. Mehmet Oz heads to the Senate with pitch to oversee America's health insurance programs

Dr. Mehmet Oz, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, will testify before the Senate Finance Committee on Friday morning

The Independent UK

Dr. Oz ‘significantly underpaid’ his taxes, Democrats say as they prepare to grill him in confirmation hearing

The TV doctor has been nominated by Trump to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Capital & Main

Domino Effect: Calculating the Dangers Posed by Medi-Cal Cuts

California could face a cascade of troubles if federal funding for health care is slashed.

Roll Call

Oz's ties to insurers may loom over his CMS confirmation hearing - Roll Call

Mehmet Oz will likely face questions during his confirmation hearing about his past support of expanding the Medicare Advantage program.

Al Jazeera

Can US House Republicans cut $880bn without slashing Medicaid?

Medicaid cuts cause clashes. Democrats warn of consequences while Republicans deny Medicaid is in their proposal.

Latin Times

Musk Escalates Offensive Against Social Security, Claims There Are 20 Million People 'Who Are Definitely Dead Marked As Alive'

Elon Musk told reporters Monday that federal benefit programs are riddled with fraud, suggesting that around a $700 billion cut may be necessary.

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