The Washington Post September 08, 2026 • 01:32

As Social Security fund runs dry, some Republicans say it’s time to raise taxes - The Washington Post

By Steve Thompson

As Social Security fund runs dry, some Republicans say it’s time to raise taxes - The Washington Post

Raising the payroll tax is emerging as a popular fix — even in the anti-tax GOP — to fend off deep cuts in retirement benefits.

For decades, Washington has replayed the same fight over taming the soaring national debt: Democrats cite a need for more taxes. Republicans refuse. And anyone who suggests cutting the biggest source… [+54 chars]

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