The Social Security Administration says most won’t pay federal income taxes on their benefits. But Congress didn’t directly exempt those payments from taxes.

The Social Security Administration reportedly sent out an email claiming the policy bill “eliminates federal income taxes on Social Security benefits for most beneficiaries”—but that’s not true.

President Trump's tax plan promises sweeping relief by eliminating Social Security taxes, but legislative drafts reveal a more nuanced reality. Temporary deductions for seniors, rather than a complete tax removal,

President Trump's promise to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits faced a roadblock due to Senate rules. Instead, retirees will receive a temporary tax deduction called the 'Senior Bonus.' The House proposed a $4,