Rumors of "double" Social Security checks have become a recurring feature of the online economy of fear, promising sudden ...

Since at least 2012, a persistent internet rumor has claimed that U.S. Social Security payments are being renamed as "Federal Benefit Payments." In August 2025, the rumor spread again in various ...

Social Security checks have undergone a huge change, and it has some people up in arms. That’s because the Treasury Department stopped issuing paper checks for tax refunds, Social Security payments, ...

A good number of Americans rely on Social Security as income to cover their living expenses and basic needs. Each month, the Social Security Administration issues payments to Americans who qualify for ...

I've talked to a lot of people who assume their Social Security check is basically set in stone. But your benefit isn't fixed until the day you file. And heading into 2026, there are a few smart moves ...