Thousands of widows and widowers may have received less Social Security money than they were entitled to after a calculation mistake affected survivor benefit payments. According to a federal watchdog report, the Social Security Administration incorrectly processed certain survivor claims, leading to more than $50 million in combined underpayments. The report estimated that around 8,618 … Read more
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive their May 2026 payment on Wednesday, May 13. This payment is part of the Social Security Administration’s regular monthly schedule, which sends benefits on different Wednesdays depending on the beneficiary’s birth date. For many retirees, disabled workers and survivor beneficiaries, Social Security is a major source of monthly income. … Read more
Social Security beneficiaries should prepare for slightly delayed payments in May compared to a typical month. Each month, eligible individuals receive Social Security benefits, which provide a reliable source of income for retirees and those unable to work due to disability. Payments are distributed based on the recipient’s birthdate. In May 2026, many recipients will … Read more
Certain Social Security beneficiaries are receiving increased payments this year due to changes in how benefits are calculated. The removal of two key restrictions has led to higher payments for eligible widows and divorced spouses, affecting about 28 percent of state and local public workers, according to the Social Security Administration. The Congressional Budget Office … Read more
A large number of Social Security beneficiaries are expected to face a longer-than-normal gap before receiving their next payment, according to the Social Security Administration benefit schedule. This delay is not due to any policy changes or reductions in benefits. Instead, it is caused by the way the calendar aligns this spring. Even so, the … Read more
The issue of data security has become more serious than ever, especially when it involves sensitive personal information. The recent case where a Medicare Portal Database Exposes Health Providers’ Social Security Numbers has raised strong concerns across the healthcare sector. This incident highlights how even systems designed to protect healthcare services can sometimes fail to … Read more
Millions of taxpayers may have a chance to recover money from the IRS for penalties and interest charged during the COVID-19 pandemic. The possible refunds are connected to a legal dispute over whether certain tax filing and payment deadlines were automatically extended during the federal disaster period. The issue could affect individuals, small businesses, corporations, … Read more
Millions of Americans will see important benefit updates in 2026, including a larger Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), revised SNAP food assistance limits, the return of $120 SUN Bucks summer grocery benefits for eligible children, and several other changes affecting retirees, disabled workers, low-income households, and families. These updates are designed to help benefits keep pace with rising … Read more
Vice President JD Vance announced Wednesday that the Trump administration is withholding $1.3 billion in Medicaid reimbursements to California, citing concerns over possible fraud and questionable billing practices within the state’s program. Vance also warned that the administration may take similar action against other states if they fail to aggressively investigate and prosecute Medicaid fraud. The announcement marks another … Read more
Millions of Americans who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive their June 2026 benefit on the regular payment date. Since June 1, 2026 falls on a Monday, the Social Security Administration does not need to issue the deposit early. That means recipients can expect their monthly SSI payment to arrive on Monday, June 1. For eligible married … Read more