Social Security COLA 2026: Impact of Shutdown and Expected Announcements

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The Social Security Administration is expected to announce a 2.7% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, which will increase benefits for retirees aged 62 to 80 by approximately $36 to $58 per month, helping offset inflation but potentially not covering all rising costs.
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- Government shutdown delays Social Security's cost-of-living announcement. Here's what to know. CBS News
- Social Security COLA increase for 2026 still uncertain after shutdown USA Today
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