The U.S. national debt has crossed $35 trillion, raising serious concerns about long-term fiscal sustainability. As interest payments alone balloon to record levels, economists warn that continued deficit spending could weaken the dollar’s global dominance. This growing debt burden is fueling debates in Congress over budget cuts versus tax hikes, with little bipartisan consensus in sight. Meanwhile, investors are eyeing alternative assets like gold and Bitcoin as potential hedges against future inflation or currency devaluation. The rising debt also limits the government's flexibility to respond to economic crises, making fiscal responsibility more crucial than ever. The clock is ticking.
