Data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis showed that private wage growth in January and February was outpaced by rising ...

Congress may soon consider whether to cut spending on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the main way the ...

An executive order from President Trump will require government agencies to make electronic payments for tax refunds, Social ...

As the federal government's Social Security program undergoes major restructuring, many of the the nearly 69 million Americans who receive benefits are especially eager to see their monthly checks.

As of Tuesday, lawmakers and the White House had just three days to reach a deal to avert a government shutdown, with the current continuing resolution set to expire Friday at midnight. The House ...

Social Security benefits are based on a formula that considers your income during your 35 highest-earning years. You can claim benefits early at 62 or delay until 70 to increase the monthly amount.

Use savings to cover expenses and avoid using credit cards, which can result in high-interest debt. Stay informed about the status of your government benefits and assistance programs. Reduce ...

Aliss Higham is a Newsweek reporter based in Glasgow, Scotland. Her focus is reporting on Social Security, other government benefits and personal finance. She has previously extensively covered U ...

Aliss Higham is a Newsweek reporter based in Glasgow, Scotland. Her focus is reporting on Social Security, other government benefits and personal finance. She has previously extensively covered U ...

The state Department of Human Services said it has a 25% vacancy for eligibility workers and 50% for clerical staff at SNAP ...

Musk Eyes Social Security and Benefit Programs for Cuts While Claiming Widespread Fraud WASHINGTON (AP) — Elon Musk pushed debunked theories about Social Security on Monday while describing ...