The Treasury Just Declared the U.S. Insolvent

U.S. Treasury Declares Country "Insolvent" — Here's What It Means and Why It's a Big Deal

The US is now insolvent, and it has far-reaching implications. Here's what that means and why you should care.

The Treasury Just Declared the U.S. Insolvent

Fortune: “The U.S. government is insolvent. That’s not hyperbole — it’s the conclusion drawn directly from the Treasury Department’s own consolidated financial statements for fiscal year 2025, released last week to near-total media silence.""The numbers: $6.06 trillion in total assets

The Treasury just declared the U.S. insolvent. The media missed it

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Treasury Dept: The US is insolvent

"The U.S. government is insolvent. That’s not hyperbole — it’s the conclusion drawn directly from the Treasury Department’s own consolidated financial statements."

The U.S. Is Insolvent aka Broke, But Are We Surprised With Trump in Charge?

A new report by Fortune is getting attention because it breaks the U.S. balance sheet down in simple terms. Based on Treasury data and analysis from economist Steve H. Hanke, the government has about $6 trillion in assets but nearly $48 trillion in liabilities. So when people hear the word “insolvent,” it is tied to a real gap, not just online talk. And when long-term promises like Social Security and Medicare are added, total obligations climb …