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Historically, Republicans have advocated reducing federal spending, including on programs like Social Security and Medicare.
However, Social Security is too costly to sustain and too popular with voters to end completely.
That is unlikely to change no matter who leads the Senate.
Nevertheless, if the pollsters are right, the Senate may turn Republican.
Here are three ways this couldimpact your Social Security benefits.
However, Congressional lawmakers are at odds about what to do, according toThe Hill.
Scott even modified his plan to exclude Social Security and Medicare in response to criticism,Rescue America shared.
You really cant take benefits away from people or change qualifying age formulas for those already on the program.
Raising the Income Cap
Stroup said there were reports that Republicans may reduce payroll taxes.
However, removing this critical funding source for Social Security would heighten the programs long-term funding issues.
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