Browsing: long-term improvements to Social Security and health care are in the best interests of the nation. Here’s hoping Congress will recognize and respond to this reality.

     As the federal government shutdown that began on October 1 continues, over 74 million citizens await an important but delayed announcement: Social Security’s 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment, also known as COLA. Originally planned for October 15, the 2026 COLA will now be announced on October 24.