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U.S. National Debt Interest Payments Reach $24 Billion Weekly

The U.S. national debt interest payments have reached approximately $24 billion weekly, with the federal deficit for fiscal year 2026 nearing $1.4 trillion. The Congressional Budget Office reports that net interest on public debt has increased significantly compared to the previous year, raising concerns among experts about the sustainability of U.S. fiscal policies.

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The U.S. national debt interest payments have reached approximately $24 billion weekly, with the federal deficit for fiscal year 2026 nearing $1.4 trillion. The Congressional Budget Office reports that net interest on public debt has increased significantly compared to the previous year, raising concerns among experts about the sustainability of U.S. fiscal policies.

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US Treasury now paying $24 billion a WEEK in interest on its debts...

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U.S. National Debt Interest Payments Reach $24 Billion Weekly