It is true that improper payments have been made—including some to dead people—but the claims thrown out by Elon Musk and ...

A 2023 audit of Social Security revealed that 18.9 million people in the Social Security database were listed as 100 years or ...

The Social Security retirement age increased in 2025. Find out what this means for you, how it affects your benefits, and the best time to claim Social Security.

As part of its schedule of payments for February 2025, the Social Security Administration is due to send out an extra batch of checks.

DOGE gaining entry to the Social Security database has raised fears the unofficial agency could alter records and cause ...

When a parent passes away, their minor children may be eligible for Social Security survivor benefits, providing crucial ...

You can claim your retirement benefit at any time from the age of 62 up until age 70. Most experts recommend delaying your benefit to increase your benefit amount, but in some cases, it could actually ...

Elon Musk has used his platform to spread false claims about Social Security, potentially leading to the theft of earned ...

Some common errors could lead to getting the wrong Social Security check, including an incorrect work history.

Since its inception in 1935, Social Security has expanded its mission and reach. Here is how each president from Roosevelt to ...