Though President-elect Donald Trump has often promised to protect Social Security, he has not explained exactly how he would save the beloved – but financially troubled – entitlement program. Nor did he take any meaningful steps to shore up Social Security during his first term in the White House.

The House is expected to try to pass a Social Security-related bill this week to ensure benefits for workers who are also eligible for other pensions, despite a surprise move by hard-right Freedom Caucus leaders to derail the effort.

Now, with the year winding down, all Social Security retirees should mark Nov. 20 as another date to remember. Here's why.

Social Security pays a monthly benefit to millions of retired seniors. And without that income, many would no likely be unable to cover their expenses in full. But while it's OK to include your anticipated Social Security benefits in the course of your retirement planning,

All beneficiaries enjoy the same percentage-based payment increases of their current check. While the intent of COLAs is to maintain retirees' buying power, they might actually fall short. These yearly increases may not be big enough,