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Social Security Administration praises Trump’s agenda bill in widely sent out statement

The Social Security Administration this week sent out an email to many Americans celebrating the passage of President Donald Trump’s domestic policy bill, and touting the measure’s tax relief for seniors, in a move that analysts said strayed from the agency’s typically apolitical nature.

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Does the "big, beautiful bill" eliminate taxes on Social Security?

What the bill does do is provide a temporary tax deduction of up to $6,000 for seniors aged 65 and older. The tax break is available to people with an adjusted gross incomes of $75,000 or less and $150,000 or less for couples filing jointly. The deduction is set to expire at the end of 2028.

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Social Security letter on taxes sends confusing message, some experts say

The Social Security Administration says most won’t pay federal income taxes on their benefits. But Congress didn’t directly exempt those payments from taxes.

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Social Security Administration phishing scam targets retirees

Social Security phishing scams use urgency and impersonation to steal personal data. Learn how to spot fake SSA emails and ...

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Some Social Security Recipients Will See Wage Garnishment in Just Weeks

Roughly 2 million Americans owed money to the Social Security Administration due to overpayments in 2023, according to KFF ...

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August Social Security direct payment worth $967 goes out in 25 days

August’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $967, will go out to recipients in 25 days. SSI payments are ...

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for Social Security Benefits Online

It's convenient and easy to apply online for your Social Security benefits. Open a secure my Social Security account and take it from there. Read on to learn how.

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DOGE cuts have made it hard for seniors to get Social Security offices on the phone

Since DOGE took power in January, complaints about access to the SSA have been “skyrocketing,” according to AARP, the ...

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Social Security payment dates for July 2025: Here’s who might see a smaller check

If you happened to have been overpaid by the Social Security Administration (SSA), your check may smaller this month.

Why your Social Security check for July might be smaller

Regular Social Security retirement benefits for the month of July will be sent out on the SSA’s usual schedule: Wednesday, ...

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