The U.S. Congressional Budget Office has projected the debt-to-GDP ratio to increase dramatically in the future. One of the major reasons is the:

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The projected increasing health-care costs for the aging population is a major reason for the increased debt-to-GDP ratio. As the population ages, more individuals will require healthcare services, which will drive up healthcare costs and subsequently increase government spending, contributing to the growing debt.

The US Congressional Budget Office Has Projected the Debt-To-GDP Ratio to to Increase