Amerikaanse staatsschuld even groot als economie, waarschuwt toezichthouder

America's national debt has reached $39 trillion, matching the size of the entire economy and triggering widespread concern among voters across all political parties. A survey by the Peterson Foundation found that 92% of registered voters worry the debt fuels inflation and raises living costs for groceries, energy, and housing. Unlike post-World War II debt levels, today's deficit stems from structural spending-revenue mismatches rather than wartime expenses, prompting calls for political leadership to address the issue ahead of the election.