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Congress's Budget Risks $5 Trillion Debt Crisis Ahead

6/10/2025

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The U.S. Congress's proposed budget could plunge the economy into turmoil, ballooning the national debt by up to $5 trillion in a decade. This alarming increase threatens to raise interest rates and slash health care for millions, hitting low-income families the hardest. Urgent bipartisan action is crucial to prevent lasting financial hardship.

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The U.S. Congress's proposed budget could plunge the economy into turmoil, ballooning the national debt by up to $5 trillion in a decade. This alarming increase threatens to raise interest rates and slash health care for millions, hitting low-income families the hardest. Urgent bipartisan action is crucial to prevent lasting financial hardship.