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Scott Bessent’s Uphill Battle Against America’s Debt

Trumponomics

CHAPTER

Navigating Treasury Dynamics and Fiscal Sustainability

This chapter examines the complex relationship between the Treasury's market function and fiscal policy implications, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices to maintain a stable debt market. It analyzes objectives for achieving fiscal stability, including GDP growth, oil production increases, and fiscal deficit reduction while highlighting the challenges posed by rising interest costs and demographic shifts. The discussion further explores the impact of inflation on America's debt-to-GDP ratio and considers potential solutions for driving economic growth amid current constraints.

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