- CBO forecasts debt-to-GDP ratio hitting 175% by 2056, warning that defaulting on Treasury debt or Social Security is near certainty.
- CBO reviewed government financial status, noting that servicing debt is a major cost.
The Congressional Budget Office projects future interest payments based on current fiscal trends.
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The Congressional Budget Office projects future interest payments based on current fiscal trends.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.CBO projects deficits over $23T by 2035, highlighting the strain of interest payments.1 source
CBO projects future interest payments based on current fiscal trends.1 source
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