The national debt just hit $40 trillion. But just how big is $40 trillion?
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2 developments- Aug 21What's happening with the national debt — and how it could affect your wallet
- Aug 23Only center coverage:The national debt just hit $40 trillion. But just how big is $40 trillion?
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Quiet for 37 daysLast development · Aug 23 — The national debt just hit $40 trillion. But just how big is $40 trillion?
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2 viewpointsWhat's happening with the national debt — and how it could affect your wallet
As U.S. Debt Pierces $40 Trillion, a $6 Billion-a-Day Borrowing Habit Drives Push for Spending Cap
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2 viewpointsRan by 7 outlets· KVIA El Paso, KEYT Santa Barbara, +5 more
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2 viewpointsIf You Think the U.S. National Debt Is $40 Trillion, You're Off by $130 Trillion
You May Not Care About the National Debt, but the Debt Cares About You