Social Security 2025: these are the people who could lose their support in February in the United States if they do not comply with this rule
Millions of people in the U.S. depend on Social Security for their livelihood, but certain factors can put these payments at risk.
Leer en español: Seguro Social 2025: estas son las personas que podrían perder su apoyo en febrero en Estados Unidos si no cumplen con esta regla
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries in the United States depend on these monthly payments to cover their basic needs. However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has warned that there are various circumstances in which these funds could be withheld or canceled.
The reasons behind this measure are mostly related to compliance with legal obligations and outstanding debts. Therefore, it is crucial that beneficiaries understand which situations could jeopardize their payments and how to avoid possible withholdings.
Who Can Lose Their Social Security Payments?
According to the official information from the SSA, the U.S. Department of the Treasury has the authority to withhold Social Security payments if the beneficiary has outstanding federal tax debts.
This measure is applied through a Notice of Levy, a legal process used to collect overdue taxes, or through the Federal Payment Levy Program, which allows withholding up to 15% of the monthly benefit until the debt is settled.
In addition to tax debts, there are other circumstances that can lead to the suspension of Social Security payments. Among them, failure to meet legal obligations such as child support payments, alimony, or court-ordered restitutions.
In these cases, the Government may intervene and withhold benefits to ensure these financial commitments are met.
The SSA has emphasized that these levies only affect current and ongoing monthly payments, without making retroactive adjustments.
Social Security Increase in 2025: How Much Will Payments Rise?
By 2025, Social Security beneficiaries will receive a 2.5% increase in their monthly payments, thanks to the Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA). This increase will benefit over 72.5 million people nationwide.
The increase went into effect in January 2025 for those receiving Social Security, while Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries began receiving it starting from December 31, 2024.
If you depend on these payments, it is crucial to stay current on your fiscal and legal obligations to avoid any withholdings that could impact your financial stability. Stay informed and make sure you meet the requirements to continue receiving your benefit without interruptions.
*This article has been automatically translated using artificial intelligence
