War in Iran drives up costs and inflation for the Social Security Administration.
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- Legislators were elected to control fiscal policy, facing choices on Social Security cuts amid higher debt rates driven by the Iran war.
- New surveys indicate high retiree reliance and that flagship policies are deepening the program's financial deficit.
- Senior Citizens League estimates Social Security benefits require a higher amount, while payments remain subject to government COLAs.
- Retiree reliance on Social Security is high, and Trump's policies are expected to lead to significant raises.
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War in Iran drives up costs and inflation for the Social Security Administration.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Legislators were elected to control fiscal policy, facing choices on Social Security cuts amid higher debt rates driven by the Iran war.Sub-event
- Gallup surveys are tracking how retiree reliance on benefits is being impacted by the economic pressures caused by the Iran war, specifically due to Trump's policies on Social Security COLAs.Sub-event
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Social Security Administration
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