There is no reason why the U.S. should be close to defaulting on its debts. The average American has to live within their means, why can’t the U.S. government? It is past time to slash overseas aid; military spending and State department programs by a total of 50% since they add no value to the public who carries the tax burden.
Move the country back to the Clinton era tax rates to pay our debts. Spending TRILLIONS in outside aid and being the “Best Military” is no longer sustainable and needs to be addressed.
If the nation defaults on its debts how will we help those who currently benefit from our aid? Rewrite the tax codes, eliminate loopholes that cost billions in tax revenue, give the IRS more aid and authority to catch individuals who circumvent the system.