Social Security's 2026 COLA to Include 'Trump Bump' Tariff Adjustment
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The upcoming 2026 Social Security COLA is expected to be above average, potentially around 2.7% to 2.8%, influenced by President Trump's tariff policies which have modestly increased inflation. However, higher Medicare Part B premiums and the CPI-W index's limitations may offset these gains for retirees, making it a complex scenario for beneficiaries.
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