About the Clinton Subpoena and Trump Firing BLS Secretary
We're Not Wrong
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Political Manipulation of Economic Data
This chapter examines the ramifications of Donald Trump's firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Secretary and its potential influence on public trust in economic data. It highlights concerns regarding the manipulation of labor statistics for political gain, especially during election seasons, and critiques the Republican Party's opportunism in this context. The discussion underscores the risks of politicizing reputable institutions and the long-term implications for investor confidence in U.S. economic figures.
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