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GAO Projects Public Debt at 123% of GDP by 2036
Debt held by the public reached about $31.3 trillion in April, while net interest exceeded national-defense spending in fiscal 2025.
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Gross domestic product
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U.S. GDP growth slowed to 1.5% as consumer spending rebounded
The advance estimate showed stronger household spending and fixed investment, while government spending fell and price growth accelerated.
data report
U.S. economic growth slowed to 1.5% in the second quarter, advance estimate shows
Consumer spending accelerated and a private-demand gauge rose 3.9%, but weaker government spending and faster import growth held down the headline rate.