2026 Social Security cost-of-living increase: Reasons some retirees hope for a larger amount
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income recipients are about to learn how much their benefits will rise next year. Due to a federal government shutdown, the adjustment announcement originally set for October 15 has been pushed to Friday. Around 75 million people will see the increase reflected in their January payments. Experts project that the […]
David Hogg’s PAC invests millions in consultants, but only a small amount in candidates.
Despite promises to invest $20 million in younger, progressive candidates, the PAC led by Democratic activist David Hogg has reportedly spent millions on political consultants, advertising, and even fitness classes. In the first eight months of 2025, the PAC allocated only $455,000 to support three candidates in a challenging Democratic primary, according to a recent […]
Cuomo chooses not to comment on whether Israel’s actions in Gaza amount to ‘genocide’
Andrew Cuomo, a candidate for mayor in New York City, has not clarified if he believes Israel’s actions in Gaza equate to genocide Andrew Cuomo, a candidate for mayor in New York City, has refrained from labeling Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide amidst ongoing conflict with Hamas. “It’s a horrifying situation. We want peace—it’s […]
What impact will TrumpRx have on patients? Who benefits and by what amount?
Could “Trumprx” Be a Solution for Lower Drug Prices? President Trump has recently announced a significant agreement with Pfizer, aimed at reducing drug prices through a new federal consumer website named Trumprx, which is set to launch next year. On average, prescription drug prices in the U.S. are around 2.78 times higher than those in […]
Prostitute gave three men a deadly amount of fentanyl to steal from them, according to the Manhattan DA.
Prosecutors in Manhattan announced charges on Wednesday against a woman involved in a series of tragic incidents that resulted in the deaths of three men. Tabitha Bundrick, 38, is accused of targeting at least four victims in Upper Manhattan, employing what authorities describe as “calculated” and “cold” tactics to steal their valuables including cell phones, […]
Charlie Kirk Possessed an Unusual Amount of Wisdom for His Age
Tens of Thousands Honor Charlie Kirk in Arizona On Sunday, a massive crowd gathered at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA. Secretary of State Marco Rubio remembered Kirk as a courageous and influential leader whose impact extended well beyond his brief 31 years. During […]
This Is the Amount the Creator of the 4% Rule Actually Uses in Retirement (It’s More Than 4%)
Understanding the 4% Withdrawal Rule When it comes to retirement planning, many people, especially WCI readers, often get into lengthy discussions—sometimes for years—about how much they can actually withdraw from their savings. The widely recognized guideline is the 4% rule, proposed by Bill Bengen back in 1994. The basic premise is that retirees can withdraw […]
GOP-led Jan. 6 subcommittee targets large amount of data removed by the Jan. 6 committee appointed by Pelosi
New Developments from the January 6th House Selection Subcommittee The newly formed US House Selection Subcommittee on January 6th is ramping up efforts to obtain documents, videos, transcripts, and other pertinent information related to the events of January 6, 2021. They sent out seven demand letters on Thursday, targeting five contract vendors from the previous […]
Medicare fraud will amount to $54 billion in 2024, here’s how to safeguard yourself.
Medicare Scams Targeting Seniors Scammers see Medicare as a lucrative opportunity, and it’s not hard to see why. With billions in taxpayer dollars flowing through the program, the potential for exploitation is huge—improper payments alone reached about $54 billion in 2024. Some fraudsters create fake companies and submit false claims, while others go directly after […]
Record amount raised to assist Charlie Kirk’s family
Fundraising Efforts for Charlie Kirk’s Family Surge Following the tragic death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday, a wave of support from Americans has resulted in millions of dollars donated to his family through various online fundraising platforms. The GivesEndgo platform has reported over $2.8 million raised through campaigns aimed at supporting Kirk’s family. […]