America’s never had such high national debt heading into an economic shock. We need a ‘break glass’ plan, think tank warns

The U.S. national debt has reached 100% of GDP for the first time since World War II. A fiscal watchdog is urging Congress to prepare a 'Break Glass Plan' to address potential economic crises given this unprecedented debt level.

• →U.S. national debt has reached 100% of GDP, matching levels last seen during WWII.
• →A leading fiscal watchdog is warning about the risks of entering an economic shock with such high debt levels.
• →Congress is being urged to develop a 'Break Glass Plan' as a contingency measure for future crises.
• →This represents an unprecedented fiscal situation for America heading into potential economic turbulence.
• →The timing raises concerns about the government's ability to respond effectively to future economic emergencies.