US commerce secretary proposes separating government spending from GDP reports
Monday, 3 March 2025
US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick proposes excluding government spending from GDP calculations, suggesting it inflates economic measures. This idea aligns with Elon Musk's view that government expenditure does not add real economic value. Balancing the federal budget is expected to drive economic growth and lower interest rates.
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