The United States has just recorded a staggering $316 billion budget deficit in May, making it the third-largest monthly deficit in the nation's history. This significant shortfall pushes the 12-month budget gap to an alarming $2 trillion, despite the government collecting record tariff revenue.
These figures underscore rapidly escalating fiscal pressure on the U.S. economy. The widening deficit, even with robust tariff collections, highlights persistent imbalances in government spending and revenue. This trajectory raises concerns about long-term fiscal sustainability and potential implications for economic stability.