Trump's Search for New BLS Chief Amid Job Data Controversy

President Donald Trump announced his intention to appoint a new head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics after dismissing the current commissioner, Erika McEntarfer. Accused of manipulating jobs data without evidence, McEntarfer's removal highlights ongoing concerns regarding the accuracy of labor statistics. Appointment details are expected shortly.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 04-08-2025 05:37 IST | Created: 04-08-2025 05:37 IST

Trump's Search for New BLS Chief Amid Job Data Controversy — President

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In a controversial move, President Donald Trump announced plans to appoint a new head for the Bureau of Labor Statistics within the next few days. This comes after the firing of BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer, whom Trump accused of falsifying jobs numbers.

The accusations, made without any supporting evidence, have sparked debate about the reliability of U.S. labor statistics under the Trump administration. Critics question the motivations behind McEntarfer's dismissal.

Details on the new appointment are expected soon, as the administration seeks to regain public trust in the nation's labor data amidst political tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)