FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 18 - The Untold Story

Former Social Security Executive Pitched S&P-Linked Treasury Plan To Extend Fund Solvency — Here's What Happened To It

A former top executive at the Social Security Administration quietly floated an idea to park part of the program's $2.7 trillion trust fund in a short-term Treasury note that would automatically convert into an SP 500 index basket at maturity, but the proposal never really saw the light of day.

Benzinga · Jul 7, 2025

‘Blatant misinformation’: Social Security Administration email praising Trump’s tax bill blasted as a ‘lie’

Previously apolitical agency lauds Trump’s spending bill with false statements about federal taxes, experts say

The Guardian - US · Jul 5, 2025

Social Security Administration Sends 'Unbelievable' Email On Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill': Report

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has come under scrutiny for distributing an email that inaccurately describes the impact of President Donald Trump’s new tax legislation on Social Security benefits.

Benzinga · Jul 5, 2025

9 Government Letters That Should Never Arrive in Your Mailbox

Your daily mail is usually a mix of bills and junk mail. However, certain official envelopes can make your heart stop. A letter from a government agency often signals a serious issue. While many are routine, some letters indicate significant financial or legal trouble. You should treat these nine specific…

Budget and the Bees · Jul 2, 2025

Social Security Says She Owes $4,765 — But Could The Monthly Rule Save Her From Paying Back Money She Didn't Earn?

When a woman received a letter from the Social Security Administration claiming she owed $4,765 due to excess earnings, she was understandably confused. After all, she thought she had followed the rules when she started collecting benefits early and continued working. But could a lesser-known rule — the "monthly earnings…

Benzinga · Jul 1, 2025

Are You Owed Money Thanks to the SSFA? You Might Need to Do Something to Get It

The Social Security Fairness Act removed restrictions on benefits for people with government pensions. If you're one of them, don't leave money on the table. Here's how you can be proactive in claiming what you're due.

Kiplinger · Jun 29, 2025

Ex-Doge employee ‘Big Balls’ gets new Trump administration position

Edward Coristine, 19, has been given a job at Social Security Administration after quitting Elon Musk’s ‘department’

The Guardian - US · Jun 27, 2025

'I Thought I Could Still Work A Little': Retiree Hit With Surprise $9,648 Social Security Overpayment Notice

When one retiree left his job in last August and applied for Social Security at age 63 and 5 months, he thought he was doing everything by the book. In a post on Reddit, he shared that his first check came in September — but just a few months later,…

Benzinga · Jun 27, 2025

What is the IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount)?

IRMAA is a surcharge added to your Medicare Part B and Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage premiums if your income is above a certain level. Here's what you need to know.

Kiplinger · Jun 25, 2025

How a Roth Conversion Can Save You Thousands in Medicare Costs

Avoid costly IRMAA surcharges on Medicare Part B and D. See how timing your Roth conversion correctly can slash your future premiums.

Kiplinger · Jun 25, 2025