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Elon Musk Reaches $1 Trillion Net Worth; Government Accepts Venmo for Debt Contributions

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 21
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Elon Musk reached a net worth exceeding $1 trillion. Separately, the federal government established a method for accepting voluntary contributions toward the national debt, which includes accepting payments via Venmo. The Treasury provides a tally of these contributions, noting that in September 2025, the total was $173,710.42.

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The national debt has passed $40 trillion, and the government is currently approaching $2 trillion in overspending this year. The voluntary contributions received through Venmo represent a small fraction of the total debt owed by Uncle Sam.

From deseret.com

Who's involved

  • Elon MuskBusinessman whose net worth surpassed $1 trillion
  • VenmoMobile payment service used by the government to collect debt contributions
  • Uncle SamThe government entity accepting voluntary contributions toward the national debt
  • PayPalParent company of Venmo

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