Social Security chief vows to fix "cruel-hearted" overpayment clawbacks
Social Security Commissioner Martin O'Malley said the agency must address the "mindless" way it recovers money wrongly sent to beneficiaries.
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Biden, Trump pivot to general election mode
President Biden and former President Donald Trump are shifting focus to the general election after gaining enough delegates to clinch their parties' nominations. Biden campaign senior spokesperson Kevin Munoz and Trump campaign national press secretary Karoline Leavitt join "America Decides" to discuss what they believe will be key to their victory.
New warning on Social Security scams
The Federal Trade Commission reveals that con artists swindled consumers out of $10 billion in 2023, with over $126 million lost to Social Security scams alone.
America is hitting "peak 65" in 2024, breaking retirement records
If you're one of the millions of Americans turning 65 this year, here's what should you know about retirement — whether you intend to continue working or not.
U.S. approaches "Peak 65"
Many Americans are approaching retirement age in 2024, with more than 11,000 turning 65 years old every day. Elizabeth O'Brien, a personal finance senior reporter with Barron's, joins CBS News with advice for those considering retirement.
Economic questions for 2024 candidates
CBS News interviewed economists and policy experts across the ideological spectrum to come up with questions voters should ask to evaluate presidential candidates. Jeff Stein, White House economics reporter for the Washington Post, joins to run through the list.
Why some Social Security recipients are getting a double payment
Some of the nation's 72 million Social Security recipients are getting a payment today — the second check this month.
Social Security beneficiaries could see these big changes in 2024
Some big changes are in store for Social Security in 2024, including a top benefit approaching $5,000 a month, and higher taxes for some.
When Social Security mistakenly overpays
Each year, about a million people are told they owe the Social Security Administration money because the agency miscalculated their benefits and paid them too much.
Here's when you'll get your 2024 Social Security cost-of-living boost
The nation's 72 million Social Security beneficiaries will get a raise starting in 2024 to keep their benefits aligned with inflation.
4 Social Security mistakes that can cost you thousands of dollars
A Boston University economist says that people often don't understand the complexity of the system and the pitfalls that await them.
11/5/2023: John Eastman; Our Mistake Is Your Responsibility; Monkey Island
First, John Eastman on the GA conspiracy case. Then, an investigation into what happens when Social Security mistakenly overpays. And, a look at Hurricane Maria’s impact on Monkey Island.
Social Security recipients struggle to pay back agency after overpayments
The Social Security Administration is trying to recoup billions in overpayments, telling retirees and disabled workers to pay up over miscalculated benefits.
U.S. gets a C+ in retirement, on par with Kazakhstan and Colombia
The nation's system of Social Security and private savings leaves Americans less secure in retirement than residents of many other nations, a new study finds.
Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment set at 3.2%
With Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment less than half of the 2023 boost, seniors are at risk of losing ground, experts say.
Social Security benefits to rise 3.2% in 2024
The Social Security Administration said its 2024 cost-of-living adjustment will be 3.2%, a much smaller bump than the 8.7% increase seniors and other beneficiaries received this year. Mark Miller, a contributor to The New York Times, joined CBS News to discuss the adjustment.
Here's how a potential government shutdown could impact Social Security
U.S. lawmakers reached a last-minute deal to avoid a government shutdown Saturday. If one had occurred, however, here's how that could have affected Social Security recipients.
Most Americans say they don't have enough for retirement, poll says
According to a new survey from YouGov for Bankrate, 56% of Americans feel they are falling behind on saving up for their post-work lives.
Why Social Security's next cost-of-living hike could hurt seniors
The 2024 inflation adjustment won't be as large as last year's hike. That means some older Americans could lose ground.
Social Security checks face $17,400 cut without changes: study
Retirement program's reserves are slated to be depleted in 2033. New analysis says senior poverty could surge as a result.
Millions of older workers are nearing retirement with nothing saved
Over the next few years, the U.S. could see a surge in seniors living in poverty, one retirement expert predicts.
10/14: CBS News Mornings
Never-before-seen video from January 6 shows lawmakers in hiding, seeking help to stop the riot; California serial killer may also be connected to Chicago murders.
U.S. couple retire early by traveling the world
The Marmions' nonstop vacation began when they realized they didn't save enough to retire comfortably in the U.S. Carter Evans has their story.
Here's what the latest inflation report means for your money
The most recent inflation data could impact everything from your mortgage to Social Security benefits.
Black kids may be missing survivor benefits
CBS News has learned a majority of Black children who have lost a parent could be missing out on federal survivor payments. Kids who qualify are eligible to receive about three-quarters of their deceased parent's Social Security benefits. CBS News White House reporter Bo Erickson has more.
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Army Secretary Driscoll meeting with Russians in UAE amid push for peace deal
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is in Abu Dhabi to meet with Russian officials, four sources told CBS News.
Judge dismisses James Comey, Letitia James cases over prosecutor's appointment
The rulings from U.S. District Judge Cameron Currie are a significant victory for former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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One-third of Border Patrol detainees in Charlotte were classified as criminals
Fewer than one-third of those arrested by Border Patrol during the recent immigration crackdown in Charlotte were classified as criminals, a government document says.
Pentagon says it's investigating Kelly for breach of military law after video
The Pentagon indicated that it's investigating Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona, a former U.S. Navy Captain, for a video that said service members should "refuse illegal orders."
Campbell Soup executive made offensive customer remarks, lawsuit claims
The complaint alleges that a Campbell executive made offensive remarks about company workers and mocked customers.
Trump signs order launching "Genesis" mission to expedite scientific discovery using AI
A White House official called Genesis "the largest marshaling of federal scientific resources since the Apollo program."
Trump takes steps to label Muslim Brotherhood affiliates as terror groups
President Trump called for the U.S. to weigh labeling some Middle Eastern affiliates of the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist groups, taking aim at the controversial Islamist movement.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy hints at "the main problem" with U.S. peace plan
As U.S. and European officials tout progress in Ukraine peace talks, Zelenskyy says a key sticking point is letting Putin keep "what he has stolen."
China launches craft to bring 3 stranded astronauts back from space station
China launched the Shenzhou 22 spacecraft Tuesday to bring three stranded astronauts back from China's space station sometime next year.