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July 16, 2026
Chart Pack: Defense Spending
A selection of key charts on defense spending in the United States.
July 16, 2026
Infographic: The Facts About U.S. Defense Spending
National security is both a vital priority and a significant part of the federal budget.
July 14, 2026
Quarterly Treasury Refunding Statement: Higher Borrowing Compared to Last Year
The United States is expected to borrow less over the next six months than it did over the same period last year — but there are signals that borrowing may increase in the months ahead.
July 2, 2026
The National Debt Can Crowd Out Investments in the Economy — Here’s How
Large amounts of federal debt could “crowd out” investments by the private sector, making the economy less productive and stunting wage growth.
July 2, 2026
The President’s Budget Doesn’t Address National Debt, and Calls for Highest Defense Spending in History
For the second year in a row, the Trump Administration has submitted a budget that excludes key fiscal variables such as debt and deficit projections.