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U.S. Debt Soars to $36.2 Trillion Amid Economic Uncertainty

5/21/2025

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The U.S. grapples with soaring debt, now at a staggering $36.2 trillion, fueled by rising entitlement spending and President Trump's tariffs. With projections showing debt could hit 125% of GDP by 2034, the recent easing of inflation offers little solace. Businesses and families face an uncertain future as unpredictable tariffs threaten to spike consumer prices and stifle economic growth.

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The U.S. grapples with soaring debt, now at a staggering $36.2 trillion, fueled by rising entitlement spending and President Trump's tariffs. With projections showing debt could hit 125% of GDP by 2034, the recent easing of inflation offers little solace. Businesses and families face an uncertain future as unpredictable tariffs threaten to spike consumer prices and stifle economic growth.