#USNationalDebt 🔹 What Is the U.S. National Debt?

The U.S. national debt is the total amount of money the federal government owes to creditors. It’s primarily made up of:

1. Public Debt: Money borrowed through Treasury securities (bonds, notes, bills) from:

• Individuals

• Corporations

• Foreign governments (like China, Japan)

2. Intragovernmental Holdings: Money the U.S. government owes itself, e.g., borrowing from trust funds like Social Security or Medicare.