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flag U.S. interest payments on the national debt exceeded $1 trillion in 2025, surpassing defense spending.

flag In fiscal year 2025, U.S. federal interest payments on the national debt surpassed $1 trillion for the first time, exceeding defense spending and nearing levels of Medicare and Social Security. flag The national debt reached $38 trillion, equal to about 100% of GDP, according to the Congressional Budget Office. flag Experts warn rising debt servicing costs could slow economic growth, raise interest rates, and crowd out essential spending. flag Without policy changes, debt is projected to grow further, threatening long-term fiscal stability.

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