America’s seniors face a financial squeeze in 2025, with Social Security increases lagging behind rising costs of basics like food and housing.
This comes as Democrats spend billions on illegal immigrants, raising questions about budget priorities.
The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) projects a 2.63% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security in 2025. This translates to roughly $45 more per month for retirees.
“It’s not enough,” says Shannon Benton, TSCL’s executive director. “Seniors need more to cover rising prices on everyday items.”
Let’s look at the numbers:
– 2024 COLA: 3.2% (about $59 more per month)
– 93% of seniors say this increase didn’t cover their rising costs
– Many report monthly expenses rising by $185 in 2023
This gap is causing real problems.
Benton notes growing “food insecurity” among seniors. Many struggle to pay for basics like heating and cooling.
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