How much is the US National Debt?

US National Debt is around 20 Trillion USD which is around 106% of the GDP.

This is quite high as per historical standards.

In 2008 Financial Crisis this ratio was 68%. Reaching above 75% is alarming usually but currently this is at 106%

So what are the ways to Reduce this Debt?

0. Cut Medicare, Medicaid like programs

1. Cut spending of programs like grants to low income families, students etc.

2. Cut space exploration and other programmes

3. Increase in Taxes

So what is this number in comparison to other countries?

Well India has a 70% Debt to GDP, China has a 47%, Greece which went broke 3 times recently is around 179% Debt to GDP.

So be aware of this rising number.