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Does Donald Trump Claim Social Security Benefits?
Does a billionaire need a Social Security check? We investigate which presidents are on the payroll.
By Donna LeValley
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Why the Next Fed Chair Decision May Be the Most Consequential in Decades
Kevin Warsh, Trump's Federal Reserve chair nominee, faces a delicate balancing act, both political and economic.
By David Milstead
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Trump $10B IRS Lawsuit Hits an Already Chaotic 2026 Tax Season
Tax Law A new Trump lawsuit and warnings from a tax-industry watchdog point to an IRS under strain, just as millions of taxpayers begin filing their 2025 returns.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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4 Ways Washington Could Put Your Retirement at Risk
Legislative changes, such as shifting tax brackets or altering retirement account rules, could affect your nest egg, so it'd be prudent to prepare. Here's how.
By J. Burke "J.B." Howard
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Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh to Fed Chair. How Will This Impact Savers?
Here's a look at how Warsh could influence future Fed policy if he's confirmed.
By Sean Jackson
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The New Fed Chair Was Announced: What You Need to Know
President Donald Trump announced Kevin Warsh as his selection for the next chair of the Federal Reserve, who will replace Jerome Powell.
By David Dittman
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Will IRS Budget Cuts Disrupt Tax Season? What You Need to Know
Taxes The 2026 tax season could be an unprecedented one for the IRS. Here’s how you can be proactive to keep up with the status of your return.
By Roxanne Bland
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Trump Reshapes Foreign Policy
The Kiplinger Letter The President starts the new year by putting allies and adversaries on notice.
By Matthew Housiaux
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Congress is Set for a Busy Winter
The Kiplinger Letter The Letter editors review the bills Congress will decide on this year. The government funding bill is paramount, but other issues vie for lawmakers’ attention.
By Sean Lengell
The Kiplinger Letter
