Which of the following is likely to push the federal debt increasingly higher in the coming decades?

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The Social Security and Medicare programs are projected to become increasingly costly over time as the baby boom population ages and healthcare costs continue to rise. This will likely push the federal debt higher unless significant reforms are made to these programs. A strong rebound from the recession and increased tax revenues from the baby boom generation retiring may help offset some of the increase in debt, but they will not be sufficient to address the long-term fiscal challenges facing the country. Increased political pressure to balance budgets could also help address the debt, but this is unlikely to fully resolve the issue without significant policy changes.

Which of the Following Is Likely to Push the Federal