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Senate Tax Cuts Bill Risks $3 Trillion Debt Crisis

6/19/2025

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The US Senate is grappling with a tax cuts bill that threatens to swell the national debt by $3 trillion, igniting fears over fiscal sustainability. With interest payments surpassing defense spending, the budget faces mounting pressure. This legislation could scare off foreign investors and jeopardize the Federal Reserve's autonomy, potentially leading to soaring inflation and economic turmoil.

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Story summary

The US Senate is grappling with a tax cuts bill that threatens to swell the national debt by $3 trillion, igniting fears over fiscal sustainability. With interest payments surpassing defense spending, the budget faces mounting pressure. This legislation could scare off foreign investors and jeopardize the Federal Reserve's autonomy, potentially leading to soaring inflation and economic turmoil.