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Medicare Wages and Tips 2026: Complete Guide

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Medicare wages and tips are the earnings you pay Medicare tax on through FICA. In 2026, there is no wage cap—every dollar you earn gets taxed to support Medicare Hospital Insurance. Quick Summary: What Are Medicare Wages and Tips? Medicare…

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 24, 2026
  • SNAP Update

Is The Food Stamp Office Open Today? What SNAP Recipients Need To Know This Weekend

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Most SNAP offices are closed today. But you can still check your balance or apply online—here's how to get help right now.

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 24, 2026
  • Social Security Update

DOJ Reveals DOGE Accessed Millions of Social Security Records Without Authorization

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DOJ confirms DOGE staff accessed private SSA data without authorization. Bank accounts and health records may be exposed.

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 24, 2026
  • Social Security Update

Social Security Offices Closed Today – Here’s When They Reopen and How to Get Help

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Social Security Administration (SSA) offices are closed today, Saturday, January 24, 2026. If you planned to visit a local office or call for live help, you’ll need to wait until Monday. SSA field offices and live phone support only operate…

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 24, 2026
  • Medicaid Update

Trump Unveils “Great Healthcare Plan” to Cut Costs and Pay Americans Directly

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Trump unveils plan to slash drug prices up to 90%, end insurance kickbacks, and pay Americans directly. Will Congress pass it?

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 19, 2026
  • SNAP Update

USDA Finds 186,000 Dead People Still Receiving SNAP Benefits in 28 States

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USDA discovers deceased individuals and duplicate SNAP cases across 28 states. Billions lost annually. Here's what officials found.

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 19, 2026
  • VA Update

VA Disability Pay Chart 2026: Complete Rate Guide

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See VA disability pay rates for 2026 with 2.8% COLA increase. Includes compensation charts, dependent rates, and eligibility

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 19, 2026
  • Benefits Update

Seniors 65+ Can Now Claim a $6,000 Tax Deduction

Seniors aged 65 and older celebrating new $6,000 tax deduction under 2025 federal law with income limit rules

New federal law gives seniors up to $6,000 off taxes starting 2025. Income limits apply. Here's who qualifies and how to claim it.

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 17, 2026
  • Benefits Update

Minnesota Launches Paid Leave Program as Lawmakers Warn of Fraud Risk Amid $9 Billion State Scandal

Minnesota paid family leave program launches amid 9 billion dollar fraud scandal warning with approved documents and investigation alert

Minnesota's new paid family leave program starts amid massive fraud warnings. Critics say it could be the next billion-dollar scam.

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 15, 2026
  • Benefits Update

EBSA Drops ESOPs From National Enforcement List as Cybersecurity and Mental Health Take Priority

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The Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) made major changes to its enforcement priorities on January 15, 2026. The agency removed Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) from its national enforcement project list and shifted focus to cybersecurity threats and mental health…

  • Akash Biswas
  • January 15, 2026
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