Trump Fires Labor Statistics Chief After Job Growth Slows: Data Manipulation Fears Rise
Following a disappointing jobs report revealing stalled employment growth, former President Donald Trump fired Erika McEntarfer, the commissioner of labor statistics. Trump alleged that McEntarfer had manipulated employment figures to hurt his political chances, but offered no evidence to support these claims. This move was immediately met with criticism, with many accusing Trump of “firing the messenger” and politicizing crucial economic data. McEntarfer’s dismissal, despite her extensive experience and bipartisan support, has raised concerns about the integrity and independence of federal economic statistics.
John Q. Hosedrinker