#USNationalDebt The public debt of the United States is a crucial economic issue. As of December 2023, the total debt amounted to 33.100 trillion dollars, approximately 129% of the national GDP. The debt held by private entities was 26.500 trillion dollars, 99% of the GDP. Forecasts indicate that the debt will reach 181% of GDP by 2053. The main foreign holders of U.S. debt are Japan and China, with 1.100 trillion and over 800 billion dollars respectively. The Congressional Budget Office estimates a steady increase in debt due to expenses for pensions, healthcare, and interest. listen to all trust no one