No tax on Social Security for seniors? Trump tax policies explained

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President Donald Trump pledged to end taxes on Social Security as part of the GOP's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' signed into law on July 4.

The exact wording of the law actually stipulates a $6,000 tax deduction for individuals aged 65 and older, likely raising the number of seniors who won't pay taxes on Social Security to 88 percent. Currently, 64 percent of seniors already don't pay taxes on Social Security benefits.

Why It Matters

Seniors who rely on Social Security are at an increased risk of poverty. While more than 70 million Americans receive benefits each month, about one in three adults aged 65 and older are living below the poverty level, according to ConsumerAffairs.

If taxes no longer apply to Social Security earnings, seniors will have more income to cover basic living expenses such as housing, transportation and health care.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/taxes/no-tax-on-social-security-for-seniors-trump-tax-policies-explained/ar-AA1KOhyX

[AnnaLee]

1. A few details

Key details

Eligibility: To qualify, individuals must be 65 or older by the end of the tax year.

Amount: This deduction is $6,000 per eligible individual, meaning a married couple filing jointly where both spouses are 65 or older could potentially deduct up to $12,000.

Income Limit: The deduction phases out for taxpayers with modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) exceeding $75,000 for single filers and $150,000 for joint filers.

Availability: This deduction is available whether you choose to itemize deductions or take the standard deduction.

Temporary Provision: This deduction is a temporary provision, currently slated to expire after the 2028 tax year.

[MichMan]

2. That will help at tax time