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

The shutdown delayed the Consumer Price Index report used to determine the 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment.

The ongoing government shutdown has delayed the announcement of the annual Social Security cost-of-living increase.

The government shutdown has delayed the Social Security COLA (cost-of-living adjustment) announcement for 2026.

The cost-of-living adjustment was set to come out on Wednesday, but was delayed due to the ongoing government shutdown.

According to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP), several new in-person requirements, field office disruptions and staff reductions may make it harder for some to submit required ...

Even with a U.S. government shutdown beginning on Wednesday, Oct. 1, the 74 million Americans who collect Social Security will continue receiving their monthly checks, although some services could be ...

If you’re nearing retirement or thinking about it, the last thing you want to do is run into financial setbacks.

On September 30, 2025, the U.S. Treasury discontinued federally issued paper checks and is moving to digital payments. Federal benefit recipients who still get paper checks WILL NOT be automatically ...

The Winter Fuel Payment for 2025/26 will begin landing in bank accounts from November, with the majority of eligible ...

The protests began a month ago, initially focusing on better pensions and wages for young people, but have expanded to ...