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President Trump is warning of economic consequences for any country that supports Iran as he tries to wind down the war, leaving Gulf allies worried about their future with their powerful neighbor.The U.S. national debt has topped 40 trillion dollars, with the government now spending more on interest than on defense and driving up the…

Published August 20, 2026 · 13:52

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• 0:00 Introduction
• 1:55
• 6:13 Federal Debt Grows
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