Charting the Rise of America’s Debt Ceiling

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By June 1, a debt ceiling agreement must be finalized. The U.S. could default if politicians fail to act—causing many stark consequences.

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Charting the Rise of America’s Debt Ceiling

By June 1, a debt ceiling agreement must be finalized. The U.S. could default if politicians fail to act—causing many stark consequences.


First published: May 17, 2023 (link)

Source files included: .ai, .eps, .pdf

Data source: World Banks, U.S. Department of Treasury, Congressional Research Service

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