Last year we spent $1.2 trillion just on interest. It was the second largest expense in the federal budget.

Last year we spent $1.2 trillion just on interest. It was the second largest expense in the federal budget.

For every $1 we take in, we’re spending $1.43. Anyone calling this sustainable either can’t do math or doesn’t care about your kids. pic.twitter.com/NPVEjgCAoe

— Rep. David Schweikert (@RepDavid) February 2, 2026