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U.S. national debt hits $40 trillion

Indiana Statesman | Indiana State University

Aug 20, 2026

(The Center Square) -- The United States government passed a sobering milestone Wednesday as the national debt topped $40 trillion, up from $39 trillion only five months ago.

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U.S. national debt hits $40 trillion

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