U.S. debt tops 100% of GDP, 'deeply troubling' for economy and national security
The national debt now exceeds the size of the U.S. economy and is expected to keep rising, worsening affordability and creating risks for national security.
The U.S. national debt has surpassed 100% of GDP, meaning it is now larger than the entire American economy. Officials warn the debt is projected to continue growing, which could deepen the affordability crisis and pose risks to national security.