Social Security Faces Insolvency In 7 Years — Committee Proposes COLA Cap For Wealthier Retirees

Benzinga
2025.10.21 11:09
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The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget has proposed a cap on Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs) for high earners to address Social Security's impending insolvency, projected in seven years. Without intervention, retirees may face a 24% benefit cut by late 2032. The cap could save $115 billion over a decade and close part of the funding gap, while most beneficiaries would retain full inflation protection. Social Security checks are expected to rise by 2.8% in 2026, but this may not keep pace with inflation, especially for seniors on fixed incomes.