Major Social Security Changes and Challenges Expected in 2026

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President Trump’s federal hiring freeze and the firing of BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer raise concerns about the accuracy of inflation data used for Social Security's 2026 COLA, potentially impacting retirees' benefits and trust in economic data.
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