The Chief of the US General Staff fears the consequences of a potential default for the Armed Forces.

A potential US default would have significant negative repercussions for the military, Mark Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said.

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“There can be no doubt that if we defaulted, did not agree on a debt ceiling, then this would have very significant negative consequences for the readiness, morale and potential of the US military, not to mention international reputational costs” he said at a press conference.