Social Security Administration delays timeline for new identity proofing policies following complaints

The Social Security Administration is revising new identity proofing policy changes following complaints from customers, Congress, advocates and others.

CNBC - 18h

Florida teen kidnapped and possibly dismembered after meeting man on social media, police say

A Florida teenager was kidnapped and possibly dismembered after meeting up with a man she met through a social media application last month.

NBC News - Mar. 8

Unions ask court to stop DOGE from accessing Social Security data of millions of Americans

A group of labor unions asked a federal court for an emergency order to stop DOGE from accessing sensitive Social Security data.

NBC News - Mar. 8

Dr. Mehmet Oz may have underpaid Medicare and Social Security taxes, Senate Democratic memo finds

Dr. Mehmet Oz, President Donald Trump’s nominee to oversee the Center for Medicare and Medicare Services, may have “significantly” underpaid Medicare and Social Security taxes.

NBC News - Mar. 13

Judge slams Social Security chief for agency shutdown 'threats' after ruling barring DOGE access

A federal judge reprimanded Social Security's acting commissioner on Friday after he told the media that a recent ruling may force him to shut down the agency.

CNBC - 5d

Social Security chief backs down on threat to shut down agency after DOGE ruling

The acting social security commissioner is backing down on a threat to cease operations at the agency after a judge blocked DOGE staffers from accessing data.

NBC News - 5d

Trump allies press the White House to dial back Elon Musk's media interviews over his Social Security jabs

Trump allies have pressed the White House to dial back Elon Musk's media interviews, worried about his criticisms of Social Security.

NBC News - 5d

Second person involved in Columbia University protests arrested by immigration

A second person involved in last year's pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University was arrested this week by federal immigration agents on Thursday. The Department of Homeland Security said ...

CBS News - Mar. 14

Ex-Social Security official describes ‘significant’ risk of sensitive data going to wrong hands under DOGE

Tiffany Flick, a former Social Security official, detailed what she sees as a “significant” risk of sensitive government data heading into the wrong hands under Elon Musk’s Department of Government ...

The Hill - Mar. 10

Million-dollar wage earners have already stopped paying into Social Security for 2025

In 2025, Social Security payroll taxes apply to wages up to $176,100. Workers with $1 million in annual wages have already stopped paying those taxes for the year.

CNBC - Mar. 7

Rules for repaying Social Security benefits are about to get stricter. Here's what to know.

If you receive more Social Security benefits than you are owed, you may face a 100% default withholding rate from your monthly checks once a new policy goes into effect.

NBC News - Mar. 10

Commerce secretary: No one but 'fraudsters' would complain about missed Social Security check

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick raised alarm over “fraudsters” receiving Social Security benefits, as Trump allies have ramped up rhetoric about potential waste in the program amid a major ...

The Hill - 6d

Democratic senator grills Trump nominee over DOGE access to Social Security systems

Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), the top-ranking Democrat on the Senate Finance Committee, grilled Wall Street veteran Frank Bisignano, whom President Trump has picked to lead the Social Security ...

The Hill - 2d

Trump meets with NATO chief amid push for Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

President Trump sat down with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday as the U.S. pushes for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. While Russian President Vladimir Putin backed a deal in ...

CBS News - Mar. 13

House Democrat: Hegseth shared classified info to make up for 'personal inadequacies'

Rep. John Garamendi (D-Calif.) suggested Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared top secret information in a Signal group chat with national security officials to alleviate “personal ...

The Hill - 2d

Social Security Workers Aren’t Allowed to Read This Story

New internet restrictions at the embattled SSA have cut off access to WIRED, along with other “general news” websites like The Washington Post and The New York Times.

Wired - Mar. 6

Social Security Employees Warn of Damage From DOGE

Current and former employees, both Republican and Democratic, are raising alarms about the damage cost-cutting efforts could do to the agency’s ability to serve the public.

The New York Times - Mar. 19

Even Republicans want to raise Social Security taxes

Wondering what fixing the program will look like? A new report gives us a clue.

MarketWatch - Mar. 20

Social Security, Buffeted by Turmoil, Awaits a New Leader

The billionaire Elon Musk has become fixated on finding fraud inside the agency, which provides retirement, survivor and disability payments to 73 million Americans each month.

The New York Times - 3d

White House says Trump won't cut Social Security, Medicare after Musk remarks

The White House on Tuesday asserted President Trump would not cut Social Security or Medicare after tech billionaire Elon Musk's comments about the need to examine entitlement spending gained ...

The Hill - Mar. 11

Report: Tottenham Looking to Seal Summer Signing Amid Rival Interest

Tottenham Hotspur Push for Angel Gomes as Levy Seeks Early Summer SigningTottenham Hotspur are making a strong move to secure the signing of Angel Gomes this summer, with chairman Daniel Levy ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Eilish McColgan ‘numb’ to body-shaming social media comments

Online comments suggest runner has eating disorder ‘I am healthy, my body is healthy’ Eilish McColgan says she is “numb” to comments on social media about her body shape and warned of the ...

The Guardian - Mar. 19

How Elon Musk Uses Internet Slang to Marshal His Army of Online Fans

Mr. Musk uses online slang to marshal his 200 million social media followers in support of his efforts to gut the federal government. But he might be reaching his limits.

The New York Times - Mar. 6

Nato’s Rutte meets Trump with Europe’s security on the line

Also in this newsletter: France’s plan to save European steel

Financial Times - Mar. 13

How to Spend Less Time on Social Media (or Leave It Altogether)

If you’re feeling overwhelmed but don’t quite have the willpower to curb your online habit, your phone can help you manage your time online.

The New York Times - Mar. 12

A&M's Williams addresses 'dangerous' online hate

Texas A&M guard Jace Carter says he has been the target of death threats and racial slurs on social media this season.

ESPN - 5d

House Republicans push Trump-backed bill to avoid shutdown, sparking backlash

High-stakes vote puts GOP lawmakers at odds with Democrats over cuts to social services and military boosts. House Republicans are gambling on a near party-line vote on Tuesday to avoid a looming ...

The Guardian - Mar. 11

NBA Stars Like Jalen Brunson Enlist Social Media Surrogates to Expand Reach in China

Companies like East Goes Global serve as social media surrogates for players, expanding their reach, creating business opportunities and pushing for All-Star votes.

The New York Times - Mar. 13

Trump on Greenland: 'We really need it for national security'

During a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, President Trump was asked about the possibility of annexing Greenland and claimed it would be needed for "national security."

NBC News - Mar. 13

Celtic vs. Rangers live stream: Scottish Premiership prediction, TV channel, how to watch online, time, news

The two Scottish giants meet on Sunday

CBS Sports - Mar. 16

NFL to mull ban on Eagles 'tush push' move: league

The NFL will mull a ban on the Philadelphia Eagles' dominant "tush push" play when it considers a raft of proposed rule changes at its annual meeting later this month, the league said Wednesday.As ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Social media reacts to Alabama's route of Kentucky in SEC Tournament quarterfinals

The Alabama Crimson Tide routed Kentucky on Friday night in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals. Here are some social media reactions to Alabama's win.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15

Packers officially propose a change to Rule 12, Section 1, banning the Eagles 'Tush Push'

On Wednesday, the Packers proposed changing Rule 12, Section 1 to permanently ban the Eagles 'Tush Push' at the annual league meetings in two weeks

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Trump seeks to weaken US education, retirement security programs

Trump is undermining vital federal programs, such as the U.S. Department of Education and Social Security, by making it harder for people to access benefits, which could lead to a catastrophic ...

The Hill - 2d

Social media reacts to Jalen Milroe, others at 2025 Alabama football Pro Day

Alabama football held its' annual Pro Day on Wednesday afternoon in Tuscaloosa. Here are some reactions to the event on social media.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Zepbound copycats remain online despite FDA ban

Copycat versions of Eli Lilly's diabetes drug Mounjaro and obesity drug Zepbound were supposed to go away this week. They're still available on some websites.

CNBC - 5d