While current problems should therefore be put into context , the situation is nonetheless troubling . Impact of U.S. default would send out global economic and political shockwaves . The United States is the world's largest debtor nation, with a total debt exceeding $19 trillion. Internationally , pro-American views appear already to be sliding . There 's a perception in many capitals that domestic partisanship is infecting U.S. foreign policy .
Impact of U.S. default would send out global economic and political shockwaves . The United States is the world's largest debtor nation, with a total debt exceeding $19 trillion. Internationally , pro-American views appear already to be sliding . There 's a perception in many capitals that domestic partisanship is infecting U.S. foreign policy .