Liz Weston: Seniors on Medicare seek strategies to deduct medical costs
Dear Liz: My wife and I are in our early 90s and are lucky to have health insurance. Yet, we face significant out-of-pocket costs. As you might guess, we will be retiring soon and will rely on Social Security, pensions, and investments for income. Are we able to use a flexible spending account funded with […]
Liz Wheeler highlights an important caution in the Russiagate review.
Declassification of Russiagate Documents by National Intelligence Director On July 18th, Tarshi Gabbard, the National Intelligence Director, made public over 100 pages of documents—emails, memos, and internal communications—pertaining to the Russian Acid Agent scandal. This move affirms suspicions many have held for about a decade. Liz Wheeler, the host of “The Liz Wheeler Show,” expressed […]
Liz Wheeler informs Charlie Kirk that Bondi’s mishandling of the Epstein case tarnishes Trump’s legacy.
Liz Wheeler Critiques Pam Bondy’s Handling of Epstein Case This morning, during an appearance on “The Liz Wheeler Show,” host Liz Wheeler joined Charlie Kirk from Turning Point USA to discuss recent frustrations over the DOJ and FBI’s lack of transparency regarding the Epstein client list. Kirk clearly picked the right person for this topic, […]
LIZ PEEK: How worried New Yorkers might still overcome socialist Mamdani in November
New Perspectives on NYC’s Political Landscape New Yorkers faced an unsettling realization this Wednesday. Zoran Mamdani, who recently secured the Democratic primary win, is in a position to potentially become the mayor of New York City this November. The 33-year-old, originally from Uganda, is openly socialist, advocating for policies like free childcare, free bus transport, […]
Liz Weston: Receiving a significant retirement account may impact Medicare premiums for as long as 10 years
Dear Liz If someone inherits my retirement account, is there a way to prevent an increase in Medicare premiums for a year? Answer A significant retirement account can influence Medicare premiums for as long as 10 years, not just a single year. Typically, inheritance isn’t taxable; however, retirement accounts are an exception. When someone withdraws […]
Liz Kendall plans to revamp the DWP’s disability benefits assessment.
Liz Kendall has faced ongoing criticism from campaigners regarding the proposed changes to the disability benefits assessment process. This push for reform occurs amid concerns about imminent government welfare cuts. On Monday, the work and pensions secretary indicated that efforts to eliminate the work ability assessment and reform the individual independent payment (PIP) application process […]
LIZ PEEK: Is Kamala Harris a contender for president in 2028? Reasons behind the talk of Biden 2.0.
Are we ready for a potential second term of Biden, or perhaps something different, like a President Kamala Harris in 2028? Looking back at her campaign, Harris didn’t really present any substantial changes from the Biden administration. In a conversation with Sunny Hostin, when asked about Biden’s plans, she said something like, “There’s nothing to […]
Liz Weston: Apologies, but dependent relatives are not considered valid changes to home sales exclusion rules – OregonLive.com
Dear Liz: I lived at home for quite a while—around 45 years. During that time, my daughter and her family moved in because of the 2008 financial crisis. I haven’t charged her rent, which I guess seemed reasonable at the time. However, I relocated five years ago, and they’re still living there without paying rent. […]
DOJ Attorney Liz Oyer Said Trump Fired Her Over Mel Gibson’s Guns — Turns Out She Was Mega-Progressive Activist
President Donald Trump's Department of Justice (DOJ) has ended the best pardon lawyer that it claims over gun rights disputes, but she oversaw President Joe Biden's commuting for violent criminals and sought left-wing criminal justice initiatives. Elizabeth G. Oyer claims she was fired after she opposed to restoring the gun rights of prominent Trump supporter […]
Liz Weston: Social Security Fairness Act may help retired postal worker access wife’s benefits – OregonLive
Dear Liz: My husband has been working at the postal service for over 30 years and retired on pensions. He has not had enough years in the private sector to qualify for Social Security. We currently have the Social Security Equality Act, so is he entitled to receive my Social Security percentage? I know that […]