The impact of government spending on economic growth is not clear-cut. Different studies have found varying results, with some showing a positive impact, some negative, and some no impact at all. Factors like study samples, periods, methodologies, and types of government spending measured contribute to these differing conclusions. Economists are now breaking down government spending into different components to see how each affects economic growth, but even this approach has not led to a definitive answer. Overall, the majority of evidence suggests that government spending has a positive impact on economic growth.