{
  "id": 18686244,
  "title": "10 States Where Residents Face the Steepest Risk from Social Security Cuts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/10-states-where-residents-face-the-steepest-risk-from-social-security",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-11-07T09:49:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Motley Fool",
    "slug": "motley-fool",
    "url": "https://www.fool.com/retirement/2026/11/07/10-states-where-residents-face-the-steepest-risk-f/?source=iedfolrf0000001"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ten U.S. states face the most significant potential cuts to Social Security benefits, according to projections from the Trustees of Social Security and Medicare trust funds. The report forecasts a 24% reduction in benefits, which could shrink a $2,500 monthly check to $1,950, a loss of $550 each month. However, the severity of the cut varies across the nation due to differences in average benefit checks by state. While a smaller expected cut might seem less alarming, it's often because retirees in some states already receive lower benefits. The potential cuts are alarming, as Social Security is projected to become insolvent during the terms of the next elected Senators and President. This would affect all states, making it essential for policymakers to address the issue. With the average monthly Social Security retirement benefit being around $2,089, it's crucial for retirees to have a solid retirement plan and explore ways to increase their savings and investments to supplement their benefits.",
  "summary": "If cuts happen as projected, no state will be spared, and cuts will average around $500 per month.",
  "key_points": [
    "Ten U.S. states face potential 24% Social Security benefit cuts.",
    "Average monthly check could drop from $2,500 to $1,950.",
    "Policymakers must address Social Security insolvency issue."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}