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The Latest: The US national debt hits a record $40 trillion

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The Latest: The US national debt hits a record $40 trillion

The United States’ debt has surpassed a record $40 trillion, a staggering milestone as defense costs, social programs and interest on the burgeoning deficit make up an enormous share of federal spending

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