A new scam involves fake letters that appear to be from U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts — but it's a ploy to trick seniors, agency warns.

The most up-to-date Social Security COLA prediction for 2026 remains at 2.7%, according to the nonpartisan Senior Citizens League. If this prediction is correct, the average monthly benefit for retired workers would increase by $54 from $2,008 to $2.062.