The monthly payment schedule for Social Security checks has three waves, all occurring on Wednesdays. The upcoming check is part of the third wave.

Washington – The U.S. government clawed back more than $31 million in Social Security payments that improperly went to dead people, a recovery that one official said Wednesday was “just the tip of the iceberg.”

Social Security benefits will be paid to millions of recipients later this week. Social Security benefits serve as the foundation of retirement income for millions of older Americans, with an estimated 53 million collecting payments at the end of 2024.

The Supplemental Security Income program gives payments to those living with debilitating disabilities which may affect their income.

Nearly all retired Americans now, or will one day, receive Social Security benefits, and those monthly payments are often used to supplement their retirement income. Although Social Security has been threatened with insolvency for decades,

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has introduced a streamlined process for obtaining your Social Security card, promising a more efficient experience for its 70 million beneficiaries. Discover how this new method can save you time and effort.

In February 2025, the Social Security Administration will distribute new Disability payments to various retiree groups.