Non-defense discretionary spending as a share of United States GDP
Annual fiscal years; 1986-2026 (2026 budget is proposed)
A line chart showing non-defense discretionary spending as a percentage of U.S. GDP from 1986 to 2026. The spending fluctuates around an average of 3.1%, with a decline starting in 2021. The proposed spending level in 2026 is projected at 1.9%, significantly lower than the historical average.