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Age Discrimination Charges Surge Among Older Workers

10/21/2025

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In January 2025, the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) found that 74% of older Americans view age as a barrier to employment.
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) has prohibited discrimination against individuals age 40 and older since 1967.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reported age-discrimination charges rose from 11,500 in 2022 to 16,223 in 2024.

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Story summary

In January 2025, the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) found that 74% of older Americans view age as a barrier to employment.
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) has prohibited discrimination against individuals age 40 and older since 1967.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reported age-discrimination charges rose from 11,500 in 2022 to 16,223 in 2024.