New Social Security Tax Deduction: What You Need to Know

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President Donald Trump pledged in his campaign to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits, but the recent bill went in a slightly different direction. In this short video, I'll break down the key details of a brand-new tax break for seniors that could be worth thousands of dollars.

*Stock prices used were the morning prices of Oct. 8, 2025. The video was published on Oct. 9, 2025.

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