<h1>Commerce Secretary Considers Excluding Government Spending from GDP; Critics Warn of Obscured Economic Impact</h1> The Trump administration is considering excluding government spending from GDP calculations, as stated by the Commerce Secretary. This move, influenced by the Department of Government Efficiency's spending cuts, led by its head, could obscure the economic impact of these cuts. The suggestion aligns with the belief that government spending does not inherently create economic value. Critics argue this could downplay the economic benefits of government expenditures like Social Security and infrastructure. The administration claims that balancing the federal budget through spending cuts will spur economic growth and lower interest rates. The Commerce Department's recent GDP report showed a 2.3% growth rate, with government spending being a significant component.