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Social Security Administration Offices to Close for Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Social Security Administration Offices to Close for Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced that all of its over 1,200 local field offices across the United States and its territories will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026. This closure is in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, which is recognized as a dual federal holiday by the U.S. government. On this day, all federal offices, including post offices, will be closed, granting public employees a paid day off. For individuals needing to access SSA services on this federal holiday, alternative options are available, such as using the my Social Security app or contacting the automated phone system at 800-772-1213. For those who need to speak with a Social Security representative, calls can be made between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. local time on weekdays that are not federal holidays. Local offices are typically open on weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., provided it is not a federal holiday. The SSA’s office locator tool can be used to find the telephone number of the closest of...
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Brighton Jones Trust Company Aims to Simplify Trust Planning with Human-Centric Approach

Brighton Jones Trust Company Aims to Simplify Trust Planning with Human-Centric Approach

Brighton Jones Trust Company Aims to Simplify Trust Planning with Human-Centric Approach
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Investor Profile Framework Emphasizes Goals, Time Horizon, and Risk Tolerance for Investment Decisions

Investor Profile Framework Emphasizes Goals, Time Horizon, and Risk Tolerance for Investment Decisions

Investor Profile Framework Emphasizes Goals, Time Horizon, and Risk Tolerance for Investment Decisions
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Families Consider 'Giving While Living' to Transfer Wealth and Values Across Generations

Families Consider 'Giving While Living' to Transfer Wealth and Values Across Generations

Families Consider 'Giving While Living' to Transfer Wealth and Values Across Generations
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Senator Luján Advocates for New Mexicans on Healthcare, Nutrition, and Consumer Protection

Senator Luján Advocates for New Mexicans on Healthcare, Nutrition, and Consumer Protection

U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) has been actively engaged in various legislative and community outreach efforts across New Mexico. During the August and September state work period, Senator Luján traveled extensively, meeting with families, healthcare providers, farmers, local leaders, advocates, and small businesses. His focus areas include expanding access to home and long-term care for older New Mexicans and people with disabilities, protecting nutrition assistance for families, and strengthening consumer protections. He highlighted efforts to address the significant increase in demand at food banks following federal food aid cuts and discussed the impact of potential federal Medicaid cuts on New Mexicans. Additionally, Senator Luján introduced bipartisan legislation, the Guaranteeing Honest Ownership in Secondary Ticketing (GHOST) Act, with Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) to combat deceptive ticket resale practices, specifically banning the sale of speculative tickets. He also participated i...
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United States Ranks High in Global Charitable Giving, Driven by Financial Donations and Individual Generosity

United States Ranks High in Global Charitable Giving, Driven by Financial Donations and Individual Generosity

The United States consistently ranks high in global charitable giving, particularly in terms of total financial contributions and individual generosity. While there isn't a single, universally agreed-upon 'most giving country' due to varied measurement methodologies, the U.S. philanthropic landscape is characterized by substantial donations from individuals and organizations. This is attributed to a cultural emphasis on individual responsibility, tax incentives for charitable giving, and a well-established non-profit sector. Organizations like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Ford Foundation, with their significant endowments, underscore the depth of American philanthropy. The U.S. also demonstrates a remarkable capacity for generosity during natural disasters and humanitarian crises, with swift and substantial public support.
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Medicare starts the clock on your 401(k) before age 65

Medicare starts the clock on your 401(k) before age 65

Retirees expect the tax hit. The surcharge is the one nobody plans for.
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Senator Schumer Leads Efforts to Protect Job Corps Program and Secure 9/11 Restoration Funds

Senator Schumer Leads Efforts to Protect Job Corps Program and Secure 9/11 Restoration Funds

Senator Chuck Schumer has been instrumental in safeguarding the Job Corps program against attempts by the Trump administration to dismantle it. His leadership was crucial in reversing plans to close Job Corps centers, ensuring the program's continued operation. Additionally, Senator Schumer played a significant role in securing $20 billion in restoration grants designated for the rebuilding of Lower Manhattan following the September 11th attacks. These efforts highlight his focus on both social welfare programs and critical infrastructure recovery. He has also voiced concerns regarding national security, specifically condemning alleged corruption involving the Trump family and a Russian oligarch with reported ties to Vladimir Putin.
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Federal Reserve Expands Account Takeover Fraud Mitigation Toolkit with New Educational Resources

Federal Reserve Expands Account Takeover Fraud Mitigation Toolkit with New Educational Resources

Federal Reserve Expands Account Takeover Fraud Mitigation Toolkit with New Educational Resources
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U.S. Education Department Data Reveals High Student Loan Nonpayment Rates at 500 Colleges

U.S. Education Department Data Reveals High Student Loan Nonpayment Rates at 500 Colleges

The U.S. Education Department has released new data indicating that at least 40% of recent students who borrowed federal loans from 500 colleges and universities are not repaying them. This data covers approximately 17 million borrowers who entered repayment between January 2020 and May 2025. Eileen Connor, head of the Project on Predatory Student Lending, described these numbers as "jaw-dropping." The majority of these institutions, 424 out of 500, are private, for-profit schools. Examples include Tulsa Welding School and Miller-Motte College, where over half of recent borrowers are not making payments. Many cosmetology and barbering schools also show high nonpayment rates, such as Legends Barber College, where 81% of its 100 borrowers are not repaying their loans. In contrast, public and private non-profit institutions had average nonpayment rates around 15%. The Education Department declined to comment directly on the story but referred to a previous statement from Undersecretary of Education Nicholas K...
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U.S. Education Department Data Reveals High Nonpayment Rates for Student Loans at 500 Colleges, Primarily For-Profit Institutions

U.S. Education Department Data Reveals High Nonpayment Rates for Student Loans at 500 Colleges, Primarily For-Profit Institutions

New data from the U.S. Education Department indicates that at 500 colleges and universities across the U.S., at least 40% of recent federal loan borrowers are not repaying their loans. This data covers approximately 17 million borrowers who entered repayment between January 2020 and May 2025. The vast majority of these institutions (424) are private, for-profit schools, with only 15 being public institutions. Many of these for-profit colleges, such as UEI College and Miller-Motte College, rely heavily on federal aid, with some receiving between 79% and 89% of their revenue from the U.S. government. The nonpayment rates at these schools are significantly higher than the average of around 15% seen at public and private non-profit institutions. Experts like Eileen Connor of the Project on Predatory Student Lending and Preston Cooper of the American Enterprise Institute raise concerns about the value these schools provide and their continued access to federal funding.
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Getting a Social Security check Sept. 16? What to do if it's not there

Getting a Social Security check Sept. 16? What to do if it's not there

Find out when your September Social Security benefit is scheduled to arrive based on your birth date.