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U.S. National Debt Exceeds $40 Trillion for the First Time
On August 19, 2026, the U.S. national debt exceeded $40 trillion for the first time, continuing a trend of increasing deficits. This milestone follows the debt surpassing $30 trillion just four years prior. The Treasury Department reported a $432.3 billion deficit in July 2026, prompting calls from lawmakers for reduced federal spending as Congress approaches a funding deadline.
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On August 19, 2026, the U.S. national debt exceeded $40 trillion for the first time, continuing a trend of increasing deficits. This milestone follows the debt surpassing $30 trillion just four years prior. The Treasury Department reported a $432.3 billion deficit in July 2026, prompting calls from lawmakers for reduced federal spending as Congress approaches a funding deadline.
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