Elon Musk's Bizarre Plan For The US National Debt

Is America really on the brink of bankruptcy? Elon Musk thinks so—and he's taking bold, unconventional steps to address the looming debt crisis. From his $118 million donation to Trump’s campaign to lobbying for the creation of the "Department of Government Efficiency," Musk believes drastic measures are needed. But how realistic is his plan to fix the $36 trillion national debt? In this video, we break down the numbers behind America’s debt spiral, explore Musk’s controversial ideas, and explain why balancing the budget might be harder than it seems—even for a billionaire disruptor. From mandatory spending and interest on debt to the surprising realities of discretionary spending, this deep dive shows why the U.S. debt problem is a monumental challenge.