Social Security Administration Benefits

Shutdown Won’t Affect Social Security

Government shutdown is impacting Social Security. What it means for payments, benefits

On Oct. 1, the federal government shut down as lawmakers failed to reach an agreement over funding, causing some services to close temporarily.

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How the government shutdown affects Social Security payments, benefits in Ohio, US

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What do we know about the increase in Social Security benefits in 2026? How is it affected by the Government Shutdown?

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Social Security cost-of-living increase announcement delayed by government shutdown

A three-week government shutdown has delayed the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment announcement to Oct. 24, complicating financial planning for 70.6 million beneficiaries.

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See all the ways shutdown is affecting Social Security, from payments to COLA news

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Journalists leave Pentagon rather than agree to Trump administration’s new reporting rules

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Social Security offers key services online amid federal shutdown: Details

Americans can access Social Security services online during the federal shutdown through my Social Security accounts.

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Here's the Truth About Working While on Social Security

Working while on Social Security has its advantages. You may find that your Social Security benefits aren't enough to cover your retirement expenses in full. If you don't have an

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These states get the most Social Security benefits

The states that received the most Social Security benefits were California, Florida, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania.