Social Security beneficiaries are bracing for what has been dubbed the "Trump bump" in their cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, attributed directly to President Donald Trump 's tariff and trade policies . This anticipated increase comes at a pivotal time, as the average monthly benefit has recently surpassed $2,000 for the first time in the program's history, providing a crucial lifeline for aging workers. Social Security 'Trump Bump' According to Gallip polling data, the Social

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