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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is involved in adjusting disability compensation for veterans. On 2026-10-15, the Social Security Administration announced a 3.6% cost‑of‑living adjustment for 2027, which will raise monthly payments for veterans with VA disability ratings. The same day, it was reported that the Social Security Trust Fund is projected to be depleted by 2032, potentially reducing benefits to about 77% of current levels without reform.

4 stories·Updated Oct 15

What to know

SSA approved a 3.6% COLA for 2027, the largest since 2023. Oct 15
The increase will raise monthly payments for veterans with VA disability ratings. Oct 15
SSA will give a 3.6% COLA to more than 72 million beneficiaries starting in January 2027. Oct 15
The trust fund is expected to be exhausted by 2032, meaning benefits could drop to about 77% of current levels without reform. Oct 15
The 3.6% COLA is based on the CPI‑W and applies to Social Security, SSI, and VA disability compensation. Oct 14