No one.

The Federal Reserve the nation’s central bank auctions the securities on behalf of the U.S. Treasury.

The securities go to the highest bidders.

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Large amounts of government borrowing can “crowd out” private investment asbudget deficitsexert upward pressure on interest rates.

Some private borrowers might not be able to afford the higher rates.

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary

National Debt Glossary