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money4 days ago•12 min saved

SSA September 2026 payments follow a steady Wednesday calendar

September 2026 Social Security retirement benefits follow the SSA schedule: payments go out on Wednesdays—Sept. 9 for birthdays 1–10, Sept. 16 for 11–20, Sept. 23 for 21–31 (Sept. 3 for those who started benefits before May 1997). Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments typically occur on the first business day of the month (Sept. 1, 2026), with additional 2026 SSI dates (Oct 1, Oct 30, Dec 1, Dec 31). Note the September check covers August benefits, while September benefits arrive in October. The SSA also provides an online calendar for budgeting the full 2026/2027 schedule.

via USA Today|

#government-and-policy #money #retirement-and-pension

money18 days ago•12 min saved

SSA Aug. 19 Pay Day: Who Will See Their Social Security Benefit This Week

Millions of Social Security recipients will receive August benefits this week, with payments going out on Wednesday, Aug. 19 for those born on the 11th–20th of any month. Generally, birth-date-based timing puts 1st–10th on the 2nd Wednesday, 11th–20th on the 3rd Wednesday, and 21st–31st on the 4th Wednesday each month; SSI is usually paid on the first, though August’s dates were affected by weekends. The article also outlines the rest of 2026’s payment calendar and notes long-term funding concerns for the program’s solvency around 2032.

via usatoday.com|

#money #note-additional-tags-may-vary #retirement-and-pension

politics3 months ago•7 min saved

Feds unveil $90M Minnesota Medicaid fraud indictments

Fifteen people were indicted on federal charges for schemes that drained more than $90 million from Minnesota’s Medicaid programs serving children, the homeless, and disabled residents, including a record autism-services fraud case; federal officials framed it as a major victory in a broader crackdown with expanded Medicaid strike force teams.

via Minnesota Reformer|

#department-of-justice #federal-indictments #medicaid-fraud

crime3 months ago•181 min saved

Federal indictment charges 15 Minnesotans in multimillion-dollar social-services fraud

Federal prosecutors charged 15 Minnesotans with defrauding government social-service programs in a Covid-era scheme that authorities say siphoned more than $90 million (part of more than $250 million statewide) with about $50 million recovered; the charges span the Federal Child Nutrition Program, state childcare grants, Medicaid, and housing programs, including inflated meal counts, exaggerated staff hours, and even autism-diagnosis schemes to obtain funds. Feeding Our Future founder Aimee Bock was sentenced to nearly 42 years in prison in the broader case; the investigation included 22 search warrants and officials called it one of the nation’s largest Covid-era frauds.

via CNN|

#crime #federal-charges #fraud

politics8 months ago•12 min saved

Minnesota Fraud Scandal Sparks Congressional Hearings and Political Tensions

The U.S. House Committee on Oversight held a hearing revealing that Minnesota has suffered approximately $9 billion in taxpayer fraud, with allegations that Governor Walz and Attorney General Ellison ignored warnings, retaliated against whistleblowers, and failed to address widespread schemes, many linked to Minnesota's Somali community and overseas terrorist networks. Federal agencies are actively investigating and halting fraudulent activities, and lawmakers are calling for accountability and legislative reforms.

via House.gov|

#federal-investigation #minnesota #politics

politics8 months ago•2 min saved

Trump administration freezes $10B in child and family aid to five states over fraud concerns

The Trump administration has frozen approximately $10 billion in federal child care and social services funds for five states, citing concerns over systemic fraud and requesting detailed recipient data, which could delay payments and harm low-income families.

via Axios|

#child-care-funds #federal-funding #politics

politics8 months ago•2 min saved

Congressional Hearings and Responses Unfold in Minnesota Social Services Fraud Scandal

The U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform announced hearings on January 7, 2026, to investigate widespread fraud and misuse of federal funds in Minnesota’s social services programs, with Minnesota officials and Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison invited to testify, amid concerns of government complicity and calls for accountability.

via House.gov|

#congress #fraud #minnesota

politics10 months ago•4 min saved

SNAP Webpages Respond to GOP with Retaliation

Some U.S. states like Massachusetts and California are updating their SNAP benefit webpages to blame the GOP and President Trump for the potential pause in benefits due to the government shutdown, contrasting with previous shutdowns where the administration ensured benefits continued. The article highlights political blame-shifting and debates over funding for health care and social programs amid the shutdown.

via HuffPost|

#gop #government-shutdown #politics

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Groups Criticize Trump for Blocking Lawful Immigrants from Head Start and Other Programs

Hundreds of organizations oppose the Trump administration's expanded restrictions on access to federally funded social programs like Head Start for immigrants, arguing that these policies harm children and families, and are wrongly targeted at lawful immigrants under the guise of preventing illegal immigration.

via NBC News|

#head-start #immigration #politics

politics1 year ago•10 min saved

Trump's Spending Bill Sparks Concerns and Cuts in New Mexico

President Trump's new domestic policy law is expected to cause significant budget cuts in New Mexico, a state heavily reliant on federal funding, impacting healthcare, food assistance, public lands, wildfire prevention, and arts programs, with concerns about increased hardship for low-income residents and potential closures of essential services.

via The New York Times|

#budget-cuts #federal-funding #new-mexico

politics1 year ago•7 min saved

Trump’s Budget and Immigration Policies Spark Controversy and Debate

The new Trump administration budget bill, approved by the GOP-led House, proposes significant cuts to healthcare, social services, and immigration enforcement, which could disproportionately impact Latinos through increased deportations, reduced access to healthcare and food assistance, and changes to education funding. The bill allocates substantial funds for border security and immigration detention, raising concerns about family separations and increased enforcement actions affecting millions of Latinos in the U.S.

via Los Angeles Times|

#healthcare-cuts #immigration #latinos

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Congress Approves Budget for Increased Deportations and Social Cuts

The US Congress has approved a budget that increases immigration enforcement funding, cuts social programs like Medicaid, and reduces support for renewable energy, aligning with President Trump's policy goals to expand deportations and limit clean energy development.

via The Verge|

#budget #deportations #immigration

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Loki Actor Jack Veal Seeks Support Amid Homelessness at 17

Jack Veal, known for his role as Kid Loki in the Disney+ series 'Loki,' revealed on TikTok that he was homeless at 17 due to physical and mental abuse. After sharing his story, social services reached out to offer him foster care and accommodation, thanks to the support and awareness raised by his followers. Veal, who has autism and ADHD, expressed gratitude for the help he received, which led to an emergency placement, ending his homelessness.

via IGN|

#entertainment #homelessness #jack-veal

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Teen 'Loki' Actor Jack Veal Seeks Help Amid Homelessness

Jack Veal, the 17-year-old actor known for his role as Kid Loki in the Marvel series "Loki," has publicly appealed for help after becoming homeless. Veal revealed on TikTok that he faced abuse at home and has been living in unsafe conditions. Despite initially receiving no assistance from social services, a follow-up video indicated that his situation gained attention, prompting social services to take action. Veal expressed gratitude for the support and promised further updates.

via CNN|

#entertainment #homelessness #jack-veal

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Loki Actor Jack Veal Opens Up About Homelessness and Pleads for Help

Jack Veal, known for his role in Marvel's 'Loki,' shared a hopeful update after revealing he was homeless at 17 due to physical and emotional abuse at home. Veal, who has autism and ADHD, initially struggled to get help from social services and lived in unsafe conditions. After his story went viral, social services contacted him to discuss foster care and supportive accommodations, marking the first time they considered him for housing.

via Deadline|

#abuse #entertainment #homelessness