Why Trump’s Attack on Jobs Data Should Worry Everyone
In this episode, I review what sparked Trump’s firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner, the controversial job report revisions, and the political firestorm that followed—despite no evidence of manipulation.
Also in this episode:
📊 I explain how the Bureau of Labor Statistics compiles jobs data—and why the process is nearly tamper-proof.
🔄 I break down why monthly jobs reports are revised and what these changes actually mean.
📉 I look at how Trump's accusations could erode trust in core economic institutions.
🤔 I explore the deeper implications if the public stops trusting government data.
🧠 I share my personal take on transparency, skepticism, and the real dangers of politicizing statistics.
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:32 July Jobs Headlines
1:16 Trump Fires BLS Commissioner
1:30 Is it Possible to Manipulate the Numbers?
2:35 Are the Revisions Suspicious?
3:47 Trump Reacts & Economists Push Back
5:18 My Analysis
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