The U.S. national economy is facing new challenges, with the debt issue once again becoming the focus. The latest data shows that as of August 10, 2025, the total U.S. national debt has exceeded the $37 trillion mark, setting a new historical high. Behind this figure lies a worrisome trend.

Since the beginning of July, when Congress passed the bill to raise the debt ceiling, the speed of U.S. debt growth has been astonishing. In just 37 days, the total national debt surged by $780 billion. This amounts to an average daily increase of $22 billion, or $55,000 every second. This rapid growth in the scale of debt has attracted widespread attention from economists and policymakers.

Multiple experts have pointed out that such rapid debt growth may pose potential risks to the long-term health of the U.S. economy. High national debt may limit the government's ability to invest in critical areas in the future, such as infrastructure, education, and healthcare. At the same time, it may also increase interest expenses, further exacerbating the fiscal burden.

However, there are also views that moderate fiscal stimulus may be necessary against the backdrop of increasing global economic uncertainty. The key lies in finding a balance between promoting economic growth and maintaining fiscal sustainability.

Regardless, this new debt milestone will undoubtedly become the focus of discussions among U.S. policymakers and the public. Effectively managing national debt and promoting sustainable economic development will be major challenges facing the United States in the foreseeable future.