What could happen to Social Security benefits in six years if Congress doesn’t act? It depends, experts say
- Posted on March 20, 2026
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What could happen to Social Security benefits in six years if Congress doesn’t act? It depends, experts say

Social Security's trust funds are due to run out, which would prompt benefit reductions. Yet those cuts do not have to affect all beneficiaries, experts say.