https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-plan-to-raise-borrowing-limit-on-shaky-ground-as-debt-roils-bond-marketContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-plan-to-raise-borrowing-limit-on-shaky-ground-as-debt-roils-bond-markethttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-plan-to-raise-borrowing-limit-on-shaky-ground-as-debt-roils-bond-market#u50090Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:55:28 +0000Donald Trump's plan to raise the borrowing limit is on shaky ground as the U.S. national debt surpasses $40 trillion. This debt level has triggered a revolt in the bond market and caused a shift in sentiment among economists, some of whom are now panicking. While the current debt load is a primary concern, some projections suggest the U.S. is moving toward $50 trillion in total debt. The instability in the bond market complicates efforts to manage Washington spending and secure new borrowing authority.Why it mattersThe debt limit is the legal cap on how much the U.S. government can borrow