The US national debt has officially surpassed $40 trillion for the first time in history, and it’s growing fast. Al Jazeera’s @EmmaWithrow explains how we got here, who America owes that money to, and why it matters.
Published On 21 Aug 2026
US debt tops $40 trillion, Americans left with the bill | Business and Economy News
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