While the 2025 Social Security COLA might seem irrelevant to younger generations, it’s more important than you think. The 2.5 percent increase is not just about current retirees — it reflects larger issues with how Social Security keeps pace with inflation.

As costs of living rise and benefit adjustments lag behind, future retirees, including today’s young workers, may face financial challenges when they eventually rely on Social Security. If COLAs continue to underperform, you could find yourself struggling to cover basic expenses during retirement.

Social Security isn’t just an issue for older Americans. The decisions being made now affect the long-term sustainability of the program. If future benefits don’t keep up with inflation, younger generations will feel the pinch when it’s their turn to retire. Staying informed about these changes today can help protect your financial future tomorrow.

We ask retirees, current and future, to sign our petition. This will push lawmakers to raise COLAs fairly, and compensate us all for years skipped. For more news like this, be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter.