An analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics data found that payroll employment among women has increased by roughly 765,000 jobs since December 2024, while employment among men has declined by about 6,000 over the same period
The debate over AI data centers continues to intensify across the United States. While many Americans oppose data centers being built in their communities, citing concerns about electricity use, water consumption and environmental impacts, labor unions argue the projects create high-paying jobs and drive economic growth. Economist Steve Moore, Don Slaiman, a political coordinator with IBEW Local 26, and Shawn Harris, Democratic candidate for Georgia's 14th Congressional District, join "Batya!" to discuss whether data centers are a boon for workers or a burden on local communities. #datacenters #unions #workforce NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
Overall, the U.S. economy is expected to add millions of jobs in the coming years, but some industries may fare better than others.
The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, roughly triple what economists predicted, and President Trump seized the moment to pressure the Federal Reserve for lower interest rates. The Labor Department's monthly payroll figures landed like a thunderclap on Wall Street, where the consensus forecast had called for just 53,000 new jobs. Private-sector hiring alone […] The post August jobs report shatters forecasts as Trump demands the Fed cut rates appeared first on American Almanac .
The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, roughly triple what economists predicted, and President Trump seized the moment to pressure the Federal Reserve for lower interest rates. The Labor Department's monthly payroll figures landed like a thunderclap on Wall Street, where the consensus forecast had called for just 53,000 new jobs. Private-sector hiring alone hit 127,000, more than double the 53,000 analysts expected. Manufacturing added 16,000 positions against a forecast of 5,000. And the unemployment rate held steady at 4.1 percent, defying predictions it would tick up to 4.2 percent. Trump posted on Truth Social within hours of the release, calling the numbers proof that the economy is outperforming every outside estimate but…Open
The August jobs report reveals a blockbuster 162,000 jobs added, exceeding the estimated 56K. #foxbusiness #fox #jobsreport #economy #jobs #employment #manufacturing #construction #bluecollar #markets #businessnews #usnews #breakingnews
The U.S. labor market showed unexpected strength in August, adding 162,000 jobs and maintaining a historically low unemployment rate of 4.1 percent.
The U.S. labor market showed unexpected strength in August, adding 162,000 jobs and maintaining a historically low unemployment rate of 4.1 percent. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Employers added 162,000 jobs in August, a significant rebound after 23,000 jobs were lost in July, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate held steady at 4.1 percent, maintaining its historically low level. DETAIL: The August job gains surpassed the monthly average of 31,000 jobs over the past year and were driven by strong hiring in restaurants and bars, which added 59,000 positions. Manufacturing also continued its steady growth, reflecting resilience in the labor market despite economic pressures, including elevated inflation …Open
The unemployment stayed at a low 4.1%.
Layoffs in the United States hit a four-year low in August, according to new data.
Layoffs in the U.S. have dropped to their lowest level since 2022, but hiring remains sluggish, raising concerns about economic momentum. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Layoffs in the United States hit a four-year low in August, according to new data . DETAIL: Layoffs across the U.S. in August fell to their lowest level in four years, according to a report by Challenger, Gray & Christmas, with employers announcing 52,881 job cuts, a 38 percent decrease compared to the same month in 2025. However, despite this positive trend, hiring activity has not kept pace, raising questions about the broader health of the labor market. The consumer products industry led August’s job cuts with over 10,000 layoffs, followed by the food and technology…Open
Vice President JD Vance speaks at the launch of the new U.S. manufacturing program designed to train millions of workers for the semiconductor and defense industries. #fox #foxnews #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #news #breaking #jdvance #vance #vicepresident #manufacturing #americanmanufacturing #semiconductors #chips #defense #workforce #jobs #jobtraining #skilledworkers #technology #innovation #military #economy #politics #political #politicalnews #government Don’t just watch Fox News—be part of it. Become a Fox News Patriot today. https://youtube.com/foxnews/join