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McKinsey & Company Reaches $650 Million Settlement with Federal Authorities Over Opioid Crisis Role
Court papers filed in Virginia on Friday say that the consulting firm McKinsey & Company has agreed to pay $650 million to end a government […]
Social Security SSDI Payments Scheduled for December and January with COLA Increase
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced its upcoming Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments, set to provide financial relief to millions of beneficiaries over […]
Social Security’s 2025 COLA How to Maximize Your Monthly Payment to Reach $5,180
Social Security remains a vital financial lifeline for millions of American retirees. In 2025, the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) is set to rise by […]
House Pentagon Funding Bill Proposes Ban on Transgender Treatments for Minors of Military Personnel
The annual defense spending bill was passed by the House of Representatives on Wednesday. It included a key culture-war caveat: it would not cover transgender […]
Child Tax Credit in 2025 Key Details and Requirements for Families
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) continues to be a vital support system for millions of U.S. families, helping ease the financial burden of raising dependent […]
California Launches Pilot Stimulus Program to Combat Economic Inequality
In the wake of financial struggles exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, stimulus programs have become a lifeline for many Americans. While federal initiatives have subsided, […]
SSA Announces Appointment-Only Service Starting January A Win for Millions of Retirees
In a move aimed at improving service efficiency and reducing wait times, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will shift to an appointment-only system starting January […]
Maximizing Social Security Benefits in 2025 What You Need to Know
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025 is set to increase payments by 2.5%, raising the maximum deferred retirement check to $5,180 per month. […]
The IRS Extends Due Dates for Taxpayers Who Have Been Hit by Natural Disasters
People who get Social Security now must know about the changes that will happen in 2025. After all, the program changes every year, but only […]
IRS Alert High-Income Filers Warned of Rising Charitable Contribution Scams
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a warning to high-income taxpayers regarding a significant rise in charitable contribution scams. These schemes are targeting wealthy […]