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67% of Americans Struggle Financially, Facing 'Death Line'

12/27/2025

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Chinese social media label Americans living paycheck to paycheck with the term 'death line'.
A PNC Bank report finds 67% of Americans face hardship and cannot cover unexpected expenses.
Finance columnist Yu Cixin says job loss in the United States can lead to homelessness.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration policies, including cuts to health programs, may leave millions without coverage.
China’s safety net includes a minimum-income program known as dibao.

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Story summary

Chinese social media label Americans living paycheck to paycheck with the term 'death line'.
A PNC Bank report finds 67% of Americans face hardship and cannot cover unexpected expenses.
Finance columnist Yu Cixin says job loss in the United States can lead to homelessness.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration policies, including cuts to health programs, may leave millions without coverage.
China’s safety net includes a minimum-income program known as dibao.