US debt tops $40 trillion, Americans left with the bill Post author:mck Post published:August 22, 2026 Post category:Blog The US national debt has officially surpassed $40 trillion for the first time in history, and it’s growing fast. You Might Also Like Will Hezbollah and Israel agree on a ceasefire? November 1, 2024 How have India’s exports jumped 20 percent, despite Trump’s trade war? December 17, 2025 Iran bets economic pain will pressure Trump in game of ‘chicken’ August 26, 2026