“If lawmakers fail to act, all Social Security recipients will face automatic, immediate benefit cuts of 22% in 2032, just six years from now.”

“Higher debt drives up inflation and interest rates, making everything less affordable,” said Michael A. Peterson.

“Once again, America has hit an alarming fiscal milestone that highlights our dangerous and unsustainable outlook.”

“The rising national debt has effectively become a kitchen table issue for Americans,” said Michael A. Peterson.

“The national debt surpassing $39 trillion is a clear warning that it’s time for a fiscal course correction,” said Michael A. Peterson.

“As America soars past $39 trillion in debt, we must recognize this alarming rate of growth and the significant financial burden we are putting on the next generation. “

“Kitchen table cost-of-living issues are taking center stage this election year, and voters see that America’s rising national debt is making their own lives more costly,” said Michael A. Peterson.

“CBO’s latest budget projection is an urgent warning to our leaders about America’s costly fiscal path.”

“The national debt is growing faster than ever, and voters understand that this is a major problem for America’s economic future,” said Michael A. Peterson.

“As the new year begins, voters are understandably concerned about America’s fiscal direction,” said Michael A. Peterson.