US debt reaches $67 trillion as deficit spending accelerates
America's debt has hit $67 trillion as tax cuts and military spending drive up the budget deficit.
The United States' total debt has reached $67 trillion amid continued government spending. Tax cuts and military expenditure, including costs from the Iran war, are contributing to the growing deficit. The borrowing surge reflects ongoing budgetary pressures on the American government.
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US debt hits $67 trillion as America’s borrowing binge continues
New York Times: Trump's tax cuts and the Iran war are adding to America's growing deficit.