
8/13/25: Trump Floats Jobs Numbers Coverup, MSNBC Says No DC Crime
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar
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Trusting Economic Data
This chapter examines the reliability of jobs and inflation data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, including proposals to shift from monthly to quarterly reports for greater accuracy. It discusses the implications of new leadership at the BLS, concerns about data credibility, and the potential politicization of economic statistics. Additionally, it highlights the challenges facing current economic policies and trade agreements under the Trump administration.
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