US National Debt Surpasses $40 Trillion

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The United States national debt has officially surpassed $40 trillion for the first time in history, according to Treasury data. This milestone exceeds earlier projections, driven by increased borrowing, rising interest costs, and growing long-term financial obligations. The total public debt reached $40.05 trillion on Tuesday, surpassing the Congressional Budget Office's forecast for the end of fiscal year 2026.