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Benefits for nearly 71 million people will increase by 2.8% starting in January 2026 due to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA).

Ida May Fuller , a legal secretary from Vermont, became the first person to receive a monthly retirement check on January 31, 1940. Her check was for $22.54 . SOCIAL SECURITY

You can earn more while working and collecting benefits. If you are under full retirement age, you can earn up to $24,480 in 2026 before benefits are withheld. Benefits for nearly 71 million people will increase by 2

Higher earners will pay more; the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax is rising to $184,500 in 2026. You can earn more while working and collecting benefits

Social Security is often viewed as a simple retirement fund, but it functions more like a comprehensive insurance suite that protects people from birth to old age. Here are several interesting ways to frame a post about it, ranging from historical trivia to critical 2026 updates. 📜 Mind-Blowing Historical Facts