Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, ...

The Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency’s shakeup of Social Security has triggered a major surge in claims, as ...

Respondents who saw the first headline ("reserves depleted in 2034") expected to claim half a year earlier, while those who saw the second headline ("trust fund headed toward insolvency in 2034") ...

At the age of 62, Americans can start claiming social security benefits, but many people choose to wait a few extra years.

False claims and misinformation on Chinese social media platforms are fueling anti-American sentiment, potentially ...

A recent effort by the Social Security Administration to crack down on fraud has drawn sharp criticism after the agency found ...

There is an unusual Social Security claims surge in 2025, and it’s not just because baby boomers are retiring, but also because of the government’s new direction that has led to leadership changes, ...

Recent months have seen a significant increase in Social Security retirement benefit claims, with a 16% rise in March compared to 2024. Amid concerns about future funding shortfalls, experts urge ...

The share of Americans who claim Social Security at 62 has dropped dramatically ... Munnell and others ascribe the surge to widespread fears about the stability of the retirement trust fund ...

Job cuts, office closures, and a 15-percent surge in new Social Security claims in March 2025 suggest that uncertainty is prompting Americans to claim benefits earlier. The federal push for ...

Instead, people would have had to confirm their identities through their online “my Social Security” account or visit a field office to complete the claim in person. Advocates feared that the ...