#USNationalDebt

As of May 13, 2025, the U.S. national debt is $36.21 trillion. This amount includes both domestic debt (liabilities to government agencies, such as pension funds) and public debt (liabilities on securities).

The structure of the US public debt:

Domestic debt:

Debt owed to government agencies.

Public debt:

Liabilities on securities, such as US bonds.

The largest holders of US bonds:

Japan, China.

General information:

The US public debt is steadily growing, and the growth rate has increased in recent years.

This is due to the budget deficit, when government spending exceeds tax revenues.

The increase in debt occurs even during periods of economic growth, which is a cause for concern among economists.

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