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The fight against scams and fraud targeting older Americans took center stage in Miami-Dade County this week, as Jeff Johnson, State Director for AARP Florida, testified before the Senator Rick Scott and the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging during a field hearing focused on protecting seniors from financial exploitation.

On Monday, AARP Florida staff and volunteers brought a powerful message to the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC): Florida’s older residents, families, and those living on fixed incomes can’t afford another costly utility rate increase.

Republican nominee Winsome Earle-Sears, the current Lieutenant Governor, declined the invitation due to a scheduling conflict. Former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger’s campaign accepted the debate invitation on behalf of the Democratic nominee in July.

For ninety years, Social Security has provided a stable and reliable foundation for the retirement security of millions of Americans.

We Earned Social Security—Now Let’s Protect It

Throughout August, AARP is partnering with cities and local governments across Florida to illuminate buildings, monuments, and to sign proclamations as part of the Skyline Salute, a nationwide tribute honoring Social Security’s 90th anniversary.

AARP Missouri Celebrates 90 Years of Social Security with Free Ice Cream at Aging Matters Town Hall

AARP Virginia commends Governor Youngkin’s new nursing home oversight measures, aimed at improving care quality, transparency, and safety for residents and their families.

America marks Social Security’s 90th Anniversary on August 14. 90 years ago, our country made a promise to provide hardworking Americans with a way to earn a foundation for financial security in retirement. This year, AARP is proudly celebrating Social Security’s legacy while fighting to protect and strengthen it for older Americans today and for our kids and grandkids tomorrow.