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Social Security retirement trust fund will be exhausted by 2032, trustees say
The Social Security retirement trust fund will be exhausted in 2032, earlier than previously anticipated, the program’s trustees projected on Tuesday, meaning that senior citizens would face a cut in their benefits at that time unless Congress acts.
TL;DR
- The Social Security retirement trust fund is expected to be depleted by 2032.
- This exhaustion could lead to a reduction in benefits for seniors if Congress does not take action.
- The combined Old Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) and disability trust funds are projected to pay benefits until 2034.
- After 2034, only 83% of scheduled benefits are expected to be payable.
- Calls for legislative action are being made by organizations like AARP and the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget.
- Factors contributing to the shortfall include tax cuts and demographic shifts.
- The national debt has surpassed $39 trillion, with significant budget deficits and rising interest payments contributing to fiscal concerns.