National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $38,882,147,615,630.53 as of 5/4/26
The United States' national debt is on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by the White House and Congress.
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Rising gas prices are crushing restaurant sales as $4 a gallon becomes tipping point for consumers
U.S. restaurant chains report weaker than expected sales growth as high gas prices squeeze consumer budgets and force a shift toward value menu offerings.
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Budget airlines seek federal aid as Spirit shuts down after failed rescue
Budget airlines are seeking $2.5 billion in federal aid tied to rising jet fuel costs after Spirit Airlines ceased operations when a bailout deal fell through.
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