Social Security's 2026 Raise Comes With a "Trump Bump" -- but It Isn't Going to Be Enough for Most Retirees

Though a history-making cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) would typically be something to celebrate, this is unlikely to be ...
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Retirees face shortfalls despite 2026 Social Security COLA increase

The upcoming 2.8% Social Security COLA increase in January may not cover rising costs for retirees, experts warn.

Is It Time for Congress To Change the Social Security COLA?

It comes as Americans of all ages continue to navigate rising costs. In October, the Social Security Administration (SSA) ...

These 5 states will receive the biggest Social Security raise in 2026

A history-making Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026 will lift nominal-dollar retired-worker checks well ...

If Your Social Security Check Is $1,700, Here’s How Much More You’ll Get in 2026

See how the 2.8% COLA changes a $1,700 Social Security check in 2026, what your new monthly check will be, and how Medicare ...