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Social Security COLA reignites debate over program's finances
Original: Social Security cost-of-living increase sparks debate over looming funding shortfall
Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment is drawing renewed scrutiny as beneficiaries weigh a higher benefit against the program's long-term funding problems. Analysts note the increase helps retirees keep pace with inflation, but the trust fund shortfall looms, and commentators are divided on how lawmakers should shore up benefits before reserves are depleted.
Why now: The announcement of a new cost-of-living adjustment has renewed attention on Social Security's funding shortfall.
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