Jeff Campbell

Today marks 75 years since the Geneva Conventions were put in place. In the past 10 months, the rules they detail have been blatantly broken day in, day out in by the Israeli Forces as well as Palestinian armed groups including Hamas.

More concerning, Member States - party to the Geneva Conventions - have failed in their responsibilities to respect the Conventions and ensure that parties to the conflict respect them under all circumstances.

Civilians, women, children, and detainees must be all protected. Schools, hospitals, people’s homes, humanitarian and UN staff, facilities and operations must be protected.

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When financial emergencies happen in your family, you may need to take an early retirement plan distribution to cover the cost. The just issued guidance on exceptions to the additional tax when you take an early distribution for emergency personal expenses. This exception can provide some needed relief in your time of need and prevent an unexpected tax bill next year.

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How To: Get a Social Security Benefit Verification Letter Do you know how to get an income verification letter or benefit verification letter from Social Security? Just log in to my Social Security to get instant ac...

May is Older Americans Month. See how Social Security plays a role in your future and learn about the retirement benefits we offer: https://ow.ly/qXjR50Rbjb7

The ACSRC has released the Final Report for our 'Co-operatives & Rural Economic Development' research and outreach project, which explores the emergence of new and innovative local co-operatives that have been generating positive economic growth and enhanced service delivery in rural communities. Check it out on the project webpage here: https://www.ualberta.ca/alberta-centre-sustainable-rural-communities/projects/co-operatives-rural-economic-development.html

Global public debt edged up to 93% of GDP in 2023 and remained 9 percentage points above the pre-pandemic level. The increase was led by the United States and China, the world’s two largest economies. Read why this matters in our blog. https://www.imf.org/en/Blogs/Articles/2024/04/17/why-our-world-needs-fiscal-restraint-in-biggest-ever-election-year

How to Report Wages to Social Security If you are a Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipient or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiary, it’s important to report your wages to ...

Join the for a virtual open house where you’ll learn about the variety of mid to senior-level positions we’re hiring for right now. Register for the May 1 event here: https://ow.ly/SHtq50RnfNK

Self-employed people, including persons in the gig economy, often need to pay in quarterly installments.
Don’t miss the April 15 estimated tax deadline.

See: https://ow.ly/QBnZ50R9CGa

Join us on Wednesday, April 10 at 9:00 AM ET for a conversation on the findings of the latest analytical chapter of the Fiscal Monitor. Fiscal Affairs Department Deputy Director, Era Dabla-Norris, will discuss the most appropriate policy mix to foster innovation with Reuters’ Andrea Shalal.

Tune in here: https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/FM/Issues/2024/04/17/fiscal-monitor-april-2024?cid=sm-com-fb-SM2024-FMOEA2024001

This St. Patrick’s Day, we feel extra lucky for our staff and partners around the world doing the tireless work to ensure all people are treated with dignity and respect. Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀

reminds members of the military and veterans that they may qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit. Don’t miss the —file a tax return. See: www.irs.gov/eitc

If you live in the D.C. metropolitan area, we may have a job for you. The is hiring revenue agents and engineers. Join us 3/26 – 3/27. Register here: https://ow.ly/hsSr50QMKWs

Welcome to X Commissioner O’Malley! Follow along for updates from the Social Security Commissioner: https://ow.ly/9Wjf50QXPyA

NEW: Our latest research looks at the aftermath of the March 2023 banking sector turmoil. Read the Global Financial Stability Note: “The US Banking Sector since the March 2023 Turmoil: Navigating the Aftermath”

https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/global-financial-stability-notes/Issues/2024/03/04/The-US-Banking-Sector-since-the-March-2023-Turmoil-Navigating-the-Aftermath-544809?cid=sm-com-fb-GFSNEA2024001

It’s National Consumer Protection Week, and we need your help to on government imposters. Learn how to spot scams, identify red flags, and report suspicious activity: https://ow.ly/Jkju50QK1Yx

From financial crises to climate change to technological innovation, the global economy has evolved drastically in recent decades, yet economics as a discipline is much slower to adapt.

The March issue of F&D magazine asks, “Economics: How should it change?”

For this issue, we invited leading economists and other eminent thinkers to share their views on how economics can better address the challenges of the 21st century. https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/fandd

Do you know how to spot fake Social Security social media accounts? Use the tips from today’s blog to protect yourself and your family at https://ow.ly/jJct50QJx5f

IMF staff research shows that when governments spend on infrastructure, many new jobs are created. https://www.imf.org/en/Blogs/Articles/2021/08/11/putting-public-investment-to-work

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