How will Social Security tax changes in 2025 — including the new $6,000 senior deduction — reshape retirees’ income, benefits, and overall tax bills?

Social Security tax changes 2025 are shaking up seniors finances. New laws, including the Big Beautiful Bill and the Social Security Fairness Act, could cut taxes or raise taxable income. Seniors 65+ may get a $6,000 deduction plus higher standard deductions. Millions could also see restored benefits and lump-sum payments from 2024. Some retirees may pay less tax, others more, depending on income.