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Apples and Oranges
Social Security is self funded it doesn't add one nickel to the deficit.
Also, cuts are being made to Social Security, the age to receive 100% benefits is being raised.
The 2.8% COLA was pathetic. The average increase is $56 which will be cut 40% by a $21.50 increase in Part B Medicare premiums.
The SS Trust fund is expected to not be able to pay out full benefits in 2033 unless something is done.