You pay the interest, or you default on the debt. That would cause almost as many problems as it solves. That is about the only thing that can't be cut. everything else should be on the table for a 20% cut. everything.
Of course. That’s my point. How far do you think a plan to cut, just for example, SS by 20%?
Just suggesting these things is one thing, and easy. Enacting them is another, and dang hard.