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US Federal Budget Deficit Reaches $1.97 Trillion Ahead of Fiscal Year End

The federal budget deficit has hit $1.97 trillion for the first 11 months of the fiscal year, marking one of the highest figures on record. Spending has increased due to rising interest payments and entitlement programs, while revenues have also seen a slight uptick.

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