Recent market fluctuations have led to a notable increase in Social Security claims among retirees. This trend, driven by economic uncertainty, demographic shifts, and legislative changes, raises ...

Social Security retirement claims tend to follow a seasonal pattern each year, and they increase over time with the aging of the population, says Jack Smalligan, senior policy fellow at the Urban ...

The Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency’s shakeup of Social Security has triggered a major surge in claims, as older Americans rush to secure their benefits amid uncertainty. Data ...

Social security 2025 As Social Security claims surge, young investors brace for its absence By Elijah Nicholson-Messmer June 24, 2025, 11:00 a.m. EDT 7 Min Read ...

Why there's an unexpected surge in people claiming Social Security Some early filers say worries about the future under the Trump administration moved up their timelines.

"A surge in Social Security claims would have an immediate impact as it would add more total beneficiaries sooner than expected and draw on the fund sooner than expected," Gammon explained.

Social Security retirement claims tend to follow a seasonal pattern each year, and they increase over time with the aging of the population, says Jack Smalligan, senior policy fellow at the Urban ...

Social Security retirement claims tend to follow a seasonal pattern each year, and they increase over time with the aging of the population, says Jack Smalligan, senior policy fellow at the Urban ...