For Harris and Trump, runaway US debt is the elephant in the room
Briefly

Amid escalating national debt concerns, both Trump and Harris have unveiled expensive proposals, neglecting the topic in their debate, raising questions about fiscal responsibility.
The CBO projects national debt to exceed $51 trillion in the next decade, creating a debt-to-GDP ratio of 122 percent, surpassing post-World War II levels.
Historically, the national debt was a pivotal election issue, yet candidates' recent campaigns disregard its importance, raising concerns about long-term economic stability.
Trump and Harris's costly promises have prompted independent budget forecasters to struggle with estimates, highlighting the growing disconnect between campaign rhetoric and fiscal reality.
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