In February 2025, millions of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients are set to receive monthly payments averaging $1,580. However, only two groups of SSDI beneficiaries will see these checks issued on specific dates. If you receive SSDI benefits, understanding the eligibility requirements and payment schedule can help you determine when to expect your money. … Read more
Acting Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Michelle King has stepped down following a dispute with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a federal agency led by Elon Musk. The disagreement stemmed from DOGE’s attempts to gain access to sensitive Social Security recipient data as part of a broader government spending review. Dispute Over Data Access … Read more
Recent claims circulating online suggest that individuals as old as 150 are receiving Social Security benefits. However, these assertions are misleading and stem from outdated or incomplete data entries rather than fraudulent payments. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that no one of such an age is actively receiving benefits, and the confusion primarily … Read more
Michelle King, the acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA), has resigned following a dispute with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) over access to sensitive Social Security recipient data. A High-Profile Resignation King, a veteran official with over 30 years at the SSA, reportedly stepped down after resisting DOGE’s request for access … Read more
Millions of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients in the United States will receive their March 2025 payment of $967 earlier than usual, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA). The direct deposit or paper check will be issued on February 28, 2025, instead of the usual March 1 date. This shift occurs because March 1 … Read more
The newly enacted Social Security Fairness Act is poised to significantly benefit retirees, particularly public-sector workers, by ensuring they receive the full Social Security benefits they have earned. Signed into law by President Joe Biden on January 5, 2025, the law promises to lift the financial burden of retirees who were previously disadvantaged by two … Read more
Losing a parent is a devastating experience for any child. In such times, Social Security offers financial assistance through survivor benefits to help the surviving family members, especially children. If a parent has passed away and was covered by Social Security, their children may be eligible for these benefits. This article provides a clear, straightforward … Read more
The Social Security Fairness Act, passed in January 2025, seeks to eliminate the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). These provisions have historically reduced benefits for millions of public sector retirees, including teachers, firefighters, and law enforcement officers who receive pensions from non-Social Security-covered employment. While the law aims to restore fairness, … Read more
Millions of Americans rely on Social Security payments for their financial stability, and on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, eligible beneficiaries can expect their deposits. These payments are part of the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) scheduled disbursement system, which ensures that beneficiaries receive their funds on designated dates based on their birthdates. Who Will Receive Social … Read more
In a landmark decision that promises financial relief for millions of retirees, President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law on January 5, 2025. The law repeals two controversial provisions: the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). This move is expected to restore or increase Social Security benefits … Read more