Which 3 Foreign Countries Own Over $2.6 Trillion of US Debt?

The U.S. national debt has reached over $36 trillion, a staggering figure that could give each American citizen over $100,000 if divided equally.

The U.S. government spends $6.1 trillion annually while only taking in around $4.4 trillion, which continues to contribute to the rising national debt.

Foreign investors now hold 29% of the U.S. national debt, a significant rise from just 5% in 1970, impacting financial markets and the economy.

The United States has maintained a high credit rating by consistently paying debts on time, encouraging creditors to continue lending despite the increasing debt.

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