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Here’s what happens to Social Security payments if the government shuts down
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If a government shutdown occurs, Social Security payments would not be affected. Despite government shutdowns, Social Security payments are still made on time because they are exempt from the appropriations process. Therefore, retirees in the Social Security system can typically still expect their payments to arrive as scheduled.