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Stanley Druckenmiller Compares the U.S. Government to “Drunken Sailors” Amidst Reckless Federal Spending

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November 1, 2023
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  • Stanley Druckenmiller, billionaire investor, criticized federal government for excessive spending, with federal spending now at 25% of GDP versus 20% pre-COVID. He stated government has been “spending like drunken sailors.”
  • Druckenmiller proposed reducing future Social Security benefits to rein in deficits, arguing “Future seniors looking at five or 10 cents on the dollar is it not unreasonable for us to go to 85 or 90 cents on the dollar?”
  • Despite overall spending concerns, Druckenmiller supports continued aid for Ukraine, stating “Do you know how much we’re going to have to spend if Putin wins in Ukraine? It’s madness.”

Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller recently criticized the federal government for spending recklessly and failing to take advantage of low-interest rates to reduce debt. He argued that tough choices like cutting entitlement programs may be necessary in the future.

🚨 NEWS: Stanley Druckenmiller says the 🇺🇸 government spends money like "drunken sailors."

He specifically mentioned the federal government’s spending now at 25% of GDP, up from 20% pre-Covid.

He's also very bullish on #Bitcoin 👀 https://t.co/qXl0djWgnX

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Druckenmiller Criticizes Government Spending

Druckenmiller stated that the government has been “spending like drunken sailors.” He noted that federal spending was 20% of GDP pre-COVID, but now stands at 25% of GDP. Druckenmiller implored, “My father told me if you’re in a hole, stop digging.”

The federal deficit wound up at nearly $17 trillion last fiscal year, with debt totaling $34 trillion. Druckenmiller proposed reducing Social Security benefits in the future, arguing that “current seniors you’re going to get 100 cents on the dollar. Future seniors looking at five or 10 cents on the dollar is it not unreasonable for us to go to 85 or 90 cents on the dollar?”

Druckenmiller Supports Ukraine Aid

Despite calls for overall spending cuts, Druckenmiller supports continued aid for Ukraine. He stated, “I was actually happy to see when the announcement – the support for Ukraine and Israel, $106 billion. Do you know how much we’re going to have to spend if Putin wins in Ukraine? It’s madness.”

Market Outlook

Looking ahead, Druckenmiller believes the market will be challenged and reward disciplined stock pickers. He previously managed money for George Soros and ran his own hedge fund, Duquesne Capital Management.

Conclusion

In summary, billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller criticized federal spending and entitlements. He argued that reductions may be necessary, but maintained support for Ukraine aid. Druckenmiller believes the market will be difficult going forward.

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