The United States public debt has increased by approximately $571.28 billion this year, reaching a total of $38.969 trillion as of April 7, 2026. According to NS3.AI, this figure encompasses both debt held by the public and intragovernmental holdings. In an interview with NPR, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon expressed concerns that the growing debt burden could pose challenges, potentially leading to higher market rates and reduced demand for U.S. Treasurys.