00:00Social Security is back at the center of Washington's agenda as lawmakers weigh
00:04proposals aimed at strengthening the program's long-term finances while protecting benefits
00:10for future retirees. With trust fund concerns looming and millions of Americans relying on
00:15the program, the debate is focusing on everything from retirement ages to payroll taxes and benefit
00:21formulas. The outcome could shape retirement plans for generations, making the issue one
00:27of the most consequential fiscal debates facing Congress.
