As of July 3, 2025, the U.S. national debt stands at $36.2 trillion. Much like bank loans, the national debt has interest ...

President Trump's second tax bill is set to cement his budget-busting legacy, adding trillions to the national debt and deepening fiscal imbalances.

Concerns about the national debt from Elon Musk and some Republican lawmakers is complicating the path to passage for Trump's ...

The Republican budget will add trillions to the national debt. Trump should channel Eisenhower to keep things in check.

After a public falling out and open criticisms of President Donald Trump, Elon Musk announced his plans to form a new ...

During an appearance on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street Thursday, Bessent did his best to defend his title as a “fiscal hawk” ...

Rep. Andy Harris, chair of the ultra-conservative House Freedom Caucus, reiterated his threat that hardline Republicans will ...

News about Federal Debt Ceiling (National Debt), including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.

With interest costs outpacing defense spending, this piece will help journalists understand the public debt and explain it to ...

President Trump is pushing the Federal Reserve to go beyond its legal mandate and help him manage the national debt as Republicans face growing pressure over the nation’s finances. In a series of ...

The highly public spat between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump over the One, Big, Beautiful Bill highlights an ...