https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-much-has-the-national-debt-grown-under-president-trumpContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-much-has-the-national-debt-grown-under-president-trumphttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-much-has-the-national-debt-grown-under-president-trump#u47318Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:15:23 +0000The United States national debt has hit $40 trillion, more than doubling the total from ten years ago. Treasury data attributes this growth to tax cuts and trillions spent during the pandemic, which have increased the cost of interest payments. President Donald Trump and Scott Bessent plan to reduce the debt by expanding the economy. Trump told Congress in March 2025 that the administration would collect trillions of dollars through tariffs to create jobs. Market indicators show surging Treasury yields, reflecting investor concerns despite these goals.Why it mattersHigh debt levels increase th https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-much-has-the-national-debt-grown-under-president-trumphttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-much-has-the-national-debt-grown-under-president-trump#u46116Sat, 22 Aug 2026 01:51:04 +0000The United States national debt exceeded $40 trillion this week, more than doubling its total from a decade ago. Treasury data indicates this growth resulted from trillions in pandemic spending and tax cuts, which have increased the cost of interest payments. President Trump and Scott Bessent intend to address the debt by growing the economy. While previous reports noted the $40 trillion milestone, current data emphasizes the speed of the increase and the specific drivers behind the mounting federal obligations.Why it mattersRapid debt accumulation affects the fiscal stability of the world&#03 https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-much-has-the-national-debt-grown-under-president-trumphttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-much-has-the-national-debt-grown-under-president-trump#u45860Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:25:18 +0000The US national debt has exceeded $40 trillion. This milestone has significant implications for the country's fiscal health and economic stability. The growing debt has raised concerns among experts and lawmakers, with some questioning the sustainability of current spending levels.Why it mattersThe national debt has been steadily increasing over the years, with the current figure representing a significant rise from the pre-pandemic era. The debt growth has been influenced by various factors, including tax cuts, increased government spending, and the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandem