Politics● LowSep 21 · Sep 21, 2026, 4:57 PM
Social Security recipients could see a $2,400 yearly boost under new proposed plan
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Dubbed the ‘Bernie Bump,’ the increase would be paid on top of beneficiaries’ regular Social Security benefits and annual cost-of-living adjustment
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