U.S. national debt hit $40 trillion for the first time

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The gross national debt has surpassed $40 trillion for the first time in the nation’s history. It’s seen as an ominous benchmark as the country continues to borrow funds to finance various military operations and social programs, among other expenses.

Dale Rogers, Professor at W. P. Carey School of Business at ASU, joined ‘Arizona Horizon’ to discuss this economic milestone and how it will impact the nation’s economy. 

Dale Rogers, Professor, W.P. Carey School of Business, ASU

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