The safety net that Social Security provides for millions of people is why it's one of the U.S.'s most important social programs. You may not like seeing Social Security taxes being taken from your paychecks during your career, but there's comfort in knowing you'll reap some of the benefits on the backend in retirement.

Unfortunately, like other forms of income, Social Security benefits may be subject to taxes. Most people won't have to worry about losing some of their checks, but a portion of retirees will.

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