FTM 507: Empire of Debt
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Jerry Robinson discusses the implications of America's growing national debt and its effects on the economy.
The United States is rapidly approaching $40 trillion in national debt—and there’s no sign of slowing down. In this episode, Jerry Robinson takes a hard look at America’s growing debt crisis and what it really means beneath the surface. From exploding deficits to trillion-dollar interest payments, the numbers are becoming impossible to ignore. And yet, Washington continues spending with little restraint. In this episode: • Why U.S. debt has surged from $9T to nearly $40T • How interest payments are becoming one of the largest federal expenses • The real cost of empire and global military spending • Why inflation is the hidden consequence of runaway debt • Signs that global confidence in the U.S. financial system may be shifting Plus, Jerry shares his latest market insights, including: • S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 trends • Gold and silver outlook • Bitcoin and crypto sentiment • Oil and U.S. dollar movements This episode closes with a sobering reminder about debt, currency, and long-term stability. Visit FollowtheMoney.com for Jerry Robinson’s latest market insights, investing tools, trading education, and membership resources. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes…
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