CNN 5 Things 2025’s first jobs report, ICE under pressure, Alaska plane missing & more
Feb 7, 2025
In a surprising start to the year, fewer jobs were added than expected, raising eyebrows over economic forecasts. Tension surrounds USAID workers facing possible administrative leave amid legal challenges. Immigration enforcement heats up, with the White House urging ICE for more action. A plane with ten individuals has gone missing in Alaska, causing concern. Meanwhile, the sports world takes a turn as Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter faces sentencing in a betting scandal.
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January 2025 Jobs Report
- January's jobs report shows a smaller increase than predicted, with 143,000 new jobs.
- Healthcare, retail, and social assistance saw growth, while mining and oil and gas declined.
USAID Workforce Reduction
- Thousands of USAID workers face administrative leave due to the Trump administration's workforce reduction plans.
- Labor groups are suing to halt this, following another paused deadline for federal worker resignations.
Separation of Powers Concerns
- Trump's actions regarding federal agencies raise separation of powers concerns.
- His attempts to control spending and agency structure challenge Congress's authority.