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EPISODE · Aug 26, 2026 · 26 MIN

US National Debt: $40 trillion

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The US national debt has reached historic levels, and it is continuing to grow at an alarming pace. It has now surpassed $40 trillion for the first time ever. And, this year Washington is on track to borrow two trillion dollars in order to pay for its obligations.

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