The MeidasTouch Podcast AFGE President Everett Kelley Responds to Trump Job Loss Numbers
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Aug 4, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Everett Kelley, President of the American Federation of Government Employees, sheds light on the worrying job loss statistics connected to the Trump administration. He discusses the crucial roles federal employees play in public safety and critiques the paradox of increasing government spending amidst claims of cuts. Kelley also reveals plans for a bus tour aimed at raising awareness about unions and advocating for worker rights, highlighting the importance of solidarity in these challenging times.
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Job Numbers Understate Problems
- Job reports under Trump misrepresent real employment losses and economic struggles.
- Official figures are often fabricated, hiding damaging impacts of tariffs and policies.
Job Cuts Hurt Vital Government Services
- Trump administration job cuts harm vital American government services.
- Layoffs are retaliatory, not efficiency-driven, undermining public welfare.
Government Workers Protect Americans
- Government employees perform essential but thankless jobs across many sectors.
- They ensure safety in air travel, food, prisons, education, and benefits processing.