COLA Lift for Social Security Not Enough, Say Critics, as Trump Economy Makes Life Harder for SeniorsThe rising cost of healthcare and other essentials means that the modest cost-of-living adjustment for about 76 million Social Security beneficiaries, announced Wednesday by Social Security Administrator Frank Bisignano, is likely to make only a small difference for senior citizens struggling to afford gasoline and groceries, said economic justice…Common Dreams3d agoWhole story →EconomyHealthsocial security cola announcement
Inflation Hits Highest Level in Months as Costs From Trump's Illegal War Eat Workers' PaychecksData released by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics on Wednesday showed inflation grew faster than expected in September, driven in large part by costs related to President Donald Trump's illegal war with Iran. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed overall prices in September posted a yearly increase of 3.7%, marking the biggest rise in…Common Dreams3d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanetinflation rate increase
MAGA Supporters Clap 'Like Seals' as Trump Yet Again Promises Secret Healthcare FixUS President Donald Trump, who signed into law the largest Medicaid cuts in history last year and allowed private insurance premiums to skyrocket , assured supporters gathered at a rally in Wasilla, Alaska on Tuesday that he intends to enact "a truly great healthcare plan" if Republicans retain control of Congress in next month's midterm elections. As…Common Dreams3d agoWhole story →Healthmidterm elections
