**Crisis** looms as Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns of imminent challenges to the U.S. financial system if Congress fails to act on the debt ceiling.
In a letter to congressional leaders, Yellen noted that the federal government will need to implement "extraordinary measures" to avoid defaulting on its loans by mid-January.
This announcement follows the previous suspension of the debt ceiling agreed upon by then-House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Biden.
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, he has advocated for raising or even eliminating the debt ceiling altogether.
However, a faction of 38 Republicans recently voted against a House spending bill that included provisions to raise the ceiling.
The stakes are high, as Yellen emphasized that maintaining the “full faith and credit” of the United States is at risk.
The urgency of this situation is underscored by the growing national debt, which has ballooned to over $36 trillion under the current administration.
This financial trajectory echoes the disastrous spending habits of the past few years, especially during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
In stark contrast, Trump's administration previously proposed a budget of $4.8 trillion in 2020, compared to Biden's staggering $7.3 trillion budget in 2024.
Critics have pointed to this unchecked spending as a major contributor to the inflation that American families are now facing.
As Congress returns from its winter recess on January 3, the new Congress will be tasked with addressing this pressing issue.
The importance of bipartisan cooperation in resolving the debt ceiling crisis cannot be overstated; a collaborative effort could stabilize the economy and restore fiscal responsibility.
With many Americans concerned about their financial futures, the American public is watching closely to see how lawmakers will respond to this looming threat.
The urgency for action is clear, as inaction could lead to far-reaching consequences that would affect the nation for generations to come.
As Trump, alongside fresh leadership, looks to tackle these issues head-on, the call for reform in Washington has never been more critical.
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