What can Social Security recipients expect in 2027? Here’s a look at how much benefits could rise under the cost-of-living adjustment, based on AARP’s analysis of current inflation data.
"The history of special commissions is littered with very good intentions and failed results." AARP's @NancyLeaMond urged @SenFinance yesterday to skip the commissions and get straight to the work of strengthening Social Security openly, transparently, and without any cuts. ⬇️⬇️
After decades of procrastination, Congress is starting to grapple with a Social Security shortfall set to slash benefit checks in six years.
But instead of discussing potential fixes, a Senate hearing focused on whether to outsource the painful debate to come.
Social Security is far too important to be rushed, outsourced, or decided behind closed doors. Congress must strengthen Social Security's finances without cuts, a position supported by 81% of older Americans, and do so transparently, in full view of the American public.