If nothing changes, Social Security money will run out by 2034 and beneficiaries will get smaller monthly checks Some Democrats and Republicans have proposed changes to Social Security, but neither party seems interested in the other’s proposals. February 23, 2023 Jon Greenberg
Social Security does add to federal budget deficit, despite claims to the contrary When Social Security runs a deficit, as it has since 2010, it relies on its reserve funds that the Treasury Department holds in government bonds. January 19, 2023 Tom Kertscher
Food prices continue to climb as inflation takes a breather But Social Security payments are up, too. And Medicare Plan B costs are going down. Plus Taco Bell and a very expensive pair of Levi's. October 14, 2022 Al Tompkins