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Millions of Americans will get a slight increase in Social Security benefits next year after the government agreed to an adjustment for the cost of living. The 2.3 percent increase is the smallest increase in four years. It will add $24 per month to the average Social Security check.

Millions of Americans will get a slight increase in Social Security benefits next year after the government agreed to an adjustment for the cost of living. The 2.3 percent increase is the smallest increase in four years. It will add $24 per month to the average Social Security check.