Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen stated that the U.S. national debt, currently at $34.7 trillion, is manageable if it remains stable relative to the economy. Despite high interest rates increasing the burden, Yellen emphasized the importance of focusing on the real interest cost of the debt. With net interest costs reaching $601 billion in the 2024 fiscal year, concerns remain about rising debt levels. Yellen supports President Biden’s plans to address these challenges.