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US National Debt Hits $38 Trillion Amid Trump Controversies

10/24/2025

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Trump's Debt Dilemma

The United States national debt has surpassed $38 trillion and is projected to reach $39 trillion.
The debt-to-GDP ratio stands around 125% and is expected to rise to 156% by 2055.
United States President Donald Trump faces scrutiny over military actions against drug cartels, with Pacific strikes causing fatalities.
Trump pardoned Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, who faced money-laundering charges, saying the Biden administration's prosecution was unjust.

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Trump Sanctions Russia

President Donald Trump announced new sanctions on Russia's two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, in response to the war in Ukraine.
Trump canceled a planned meeting with Vladimir Putin, citing a lack of progress in negotiations.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the need for an immediate ceasefire amid ongoing conflict.
Trump halted U.S. payments to Colombia, criticizing its drug production efforts.

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Trump's Debt Dilemma

The United States national debt has surpassed $38 trillion and is projected to reach $39 trillion.
The debt-to-GDP ratio stands around 125% and is expected to rise to 156% by 2055.
United States President Donald Trump faces scrutiny over military actions against drug cartels, with Pacific strikes causing fatalities.
Trump pardoned Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, who faced money-laundering charges, saying the Biden administration's prosecution was unjust.

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