On August 19, 2026, the U.S. national debt surpassed $40 trillion. This increase is attributed to rising defense costs, social programs such as Social Security and Medicare, and interest payments on the growing deficit, which together constitute a significant portion of federal spending.
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U.S. National Debt Exceeds $40 Trillion
The U.S. national debt has exceeded $40 trillion as of August 19, 2026. Key factors contributing to this increase include defense expenditures, social programs, and interest payments on the deficit.
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