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How did U.S. debt hit $40 trillion? Here's what to know

PBS NewsHour · August 19, 2026 at 5:09 PM

How did U.S. debt hit $40 trillion? Here's what to know

There is a lot to unpack about the national debt.

Here's a starter guide to what's happening with the national debt right now.

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