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Social Security’s $75 monthly boost has a catch: Why the 2027 COLA may fall short as trust fund depletion looms

Social Security’s $75 monthly boost has a catch: Why the 2027 COLA may fall short as trust fund depletion looms

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Retirees will see a 3.6% boost in their Social Security checks starting January 1. The increase raises the average monthly payment for a retired worker by $75. The debate over the 2027 increase comes against a difficult financial outlook for Social Security. According to the 2026 trustees' report…

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