National Review

U.S. gross national debt exceeded $40 trillion for the first time, with total public debt reported at $40.05 trillion. Prior milestones include $38 trillion in October and $39 trillion in March according to available reports. The Congressional Budget Office had projected $39.4 trillion by the end of fiscal 2026.

A Heatmap News poll reports that 75% of Americans oppose data center development in their communities. The finding has prompted differing interpretations across political perspectives regarding environmental impacts, economic priorities, and regulatory approaches. Analyses highlight both shared acceptance of the poll number and gaps in scrutiny of its methodology and context.