Crocodilian

Government Transfers as a Share of Personal Income Hits 18%

Its worth paying special attention to author's observation:

"Transfer payments for Social Security and health insurance have grown the most over the past few decades."

This is consistent with an aging population and a healthcare system that provides poor value for dollars spent. These payments will continue to grow . . . 'cuz old people get sick.

All the griping about "entitlements" misses the point: the baby boom is aging, and their medical care is extremely expensive. This dynamic is demographically inexorable, and its why getting healthcare on a more efficient footing is a national economic priority.