After Weeks of ‘Final’ Deadlines the Government Quietly Walks Back Plan to End All Social Security Paper Checks in 2026
After repeatedly announcing “final” deadlines and urging millions of seniors and disability beneficiaries to switch to direct deposit, the federal government is now quietly backtracking on its plan to eliminate all Social Security paper checks. The shift comes after weeks of confusion, heavy public backlash, and concerns from seniors, rural communities, and individuals without reliable … Read more