The federal government funds its operations by collecting taxes from businesses and citizens. However, it often spends more than it earns and issues Treasury bonds to cover the deficit. These bonds are purchased by various entities globally for their attractive yield. The Federal Reserve, as the Central Bank of the United States, can buy these Treasuries and issue money, effectively having the ability to print U.S. dollars.

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