Graph showing rising US government interest costs over time

US Interest Costs Reach Record $1 Trillion, Raising Debt Concerns

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The US government's interest payments on debt have reached a record $1 trillion in fiscal 2026, consuming an increasing portion of federal revenue. This development raises concerns about a potential debt snowball effect that could increase the country's vulnerability to economic shocks.

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