Will new laws increase Social Security benefits for early claimants
Washington, D.C. – The solvency of Social Security is once again in the spotlight, as recent Republican presidential debates draw attention to potential changes to the retirement age. With the Social Security Board of Trustees projecting that the program’s combined funds may run out in 2034, lawmakers are considering options to address the issue, including raising taxes, cutting benefits, or a combination of both. During the Republican presidential debates, the possibility of raising the retirement …