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How much has the national debt grown under President Trump?
Fox Business • • business
Key Points:
- The U.S. national debt has surpassed $40 trillion, with approximately one-fourth of this amount accumulated during President Donald Trump's time in office.
- Federal government spending has increased significantly due to aging population pressures on Social Security and Medicare, alongside rising interest expenses now exceeding $1 trillion annually.
- During Trump's first term, the national debt grew by over $7.8 trillion, influenced by tax cuts and COVID-19 relief spending, while the second term has seen an additional $3.7 trillion increase so far.
- The federal budget deficit reached a historic $3.1 trillion in fiscal year 2020 due to bipartisan COVID relief efforts, and deficits continue to grow as spending outpaces revenue.
- Social Security's main trust fund is projected to be depleted by 2032, potentially leading to benefit cuts amid ongoing fiscal challenges.
