Debt Surge Sparks Political Divide | Bahamas News

Bahamas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 18, 2026 · 1m

The national debt just spiked by over a billion, hitting thirteen billion — but Prime Minister Philip Davis says don’t panic, citing improved debt-to-GDP ratios and international oversight. He frames the rise as manageable within global fiscal rules. Meanwhile, opposition leader Michael Pintard blasts the calm, arguing that every dollar spent on debt could’ve fixed crumbling public services: ambulances, fire trucks, clinics, and power outages. He demands the government feel the real pain of everyday Islanders, calling the missed opportunities “hugely concerning.” The debate rages on — fiscal…