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The shutdown delayed the Consumer Price Index report used to determine the 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment.

While Social Security and Medicare benefits continue to be paid during the federal shutdown, and are in no danger of being cut or ended, people dealing with the programs could encounter some problems.

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