- U.S. federal debt topped $40 trillion for the first time — more than double what it was in 2017.
- Rising interest costs and higher Treasury yields mean debt service is ballooning, becoming one of the largest budget items.
- Watchdogs warn a potential fiscal crisis unless lawmakers tackle pandemic-era spending, tax cuts and aging-related benefit costs.
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