Social Security at a Crossroads

Social Security’s trust funds could hit zero by late 2034, risking 17% benefit cuts unless Congress acts. Past fixes included tax hikes and raising the retirement age—now lawmakers are eyeing higher tax caps on earners, including capital gains, with proposals ranging from $250K to $400K thresholds. Advocates warn even small monthly losses hurt retirees, urging swift action before solutions become harder to pass. The fix? Political will—and time is running out. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/30246b00e354b7eb