The national debt now stands at $40 trillion
- Posted on August 19, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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The national debt now stands at $40 trillion
The national debt surpassed a record $40 trillion on Wednesday, a staggering milestone as defense costs, social programs like Social Security and Medicare and interest on the burgeoning deficit make up an enormous share of federal spending.
