Senior citizens are getting a tax break in President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending cuts package, but it’s not the one the president promised on the campaign trail last year.

Whether you were in favor of President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill or against it, what is important now is how the new legislation will affect you. It can pay to dig a bit deeper into the details in order to avoid any unpleasant surprises — and even to enjoy some tax advantages resulting from the new law.

The 'Big Beautiful Bill' signed by President Trump promised to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits. However, the reality is more nuanced, offering significant tax relief but not a complete elimination.