Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | A sign at a Washington, D.C., bus stop displays the national debt. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) | | | | | | | What to know The U.S. is courting a fiscal crisis as bond market sell-offs raise borrowing costs, highlighting the need for tough choices on taxes and spending. The national debt has ballooned to $40 trillion, with projected annual deficits requiring significant additional borrowing. Experts warn of a potential debt spiral, and political solutions remain elusive amid upcoming elections. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |