US national debt exceeds $40 trillion for first time AFP Updated on: 20 Aug 2026, 4:53 am

US national debt exceeds $40 trillion for first time Total public debt outstanding stood at $40.05 trillion at the close of business Tuesday, according to data released Wednesday by the Treasury Department. https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Aug/20/us-national-debt-exceeds-40-trillion-for-first-time