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Hiltzik: The U.S. national debt has reached $40 trillion. Should you care?
News that the national debt has reached $40 trillion inspired lots of partisan hand-wringing — and even more misunderstanding.
September 1, 2026 · via LA Times — Business
News that the national debt has reached $40 trillion inspired lots of partisan hand-wringing — and even more misunderstanding.
Original reporting: LA Times — Business.
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