SEATTLE — The 90th anniversary of Social Security did not pass quietly this week. Some advocates and lawmakers used the day to draw attention to their concerns about the program’s future. “This is a promise that was made to the American public,” Advocacy Director for AARP Washington, Cathy MacCaul said. “Workers pay into this each and every paycheck, Social Security …
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Not even a potentially history-making moment will be enough to prevent retirees from getting the short end of the stick, yet again. For most retired Americans, Social Security is more than just a monthly check. It represents a financial foundation that helps them make ends meet. Even though the average monthly retired-worker check only crested $2,000 for the first time …
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The latest projections suggest President Donald Trump’s tariff and trade policies will alter Social Security checks in the upcoming year. For an overwhelming number of retirees, Social Security provides more than just a monthly check. It’s nothing short of a foundational puzzle piece to their financial well-being. In each of the last 24 years, Gallup has asked retirees to gauge …
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