US gross national debt hit $40.047 trillion on August 18, more than doubling since 2017, with annual interest costs approaching $931 billion.

US gross national debt hit $40.047 trillion on August 18, more than doubling since 2017, with annual interest costs approaching $931 billion.

US national debt hit $40.047 trillion on August 18, 2026. Total liabilities could reach $176T when unfunded obligations are included.