US National Debt at $39.5 Trillion: How America Hit a $1T Interest Bill, Why DOGE Failed, and What It Means for Your Wallet in 2026 The US national debt $39.5 trillion milestone needs a precise date and definition. Treasury's Debt to the Penny data show Total Public Debt Outstanding crossed that rounded level on July 16, 2026. A s... Debt-to-GDP Ratio Economic Crisis 2026 Federal Reserve 2026 Finance 01-Jun-2026 0 505