CNN 5 Things August jobs report, Hamas hostage video, mother-in-law contract killing & more
Sep 5, 2025
The August jobs report reveals troubling signs about the U.S. labor market, with job growth slowing and unemployment rising. A provocative hostage video from Hamas aims to shift public sentiment in Israel. Tensions mount around Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s contentious Senate hearing, prompting calls for interviews with the fired CDC director. Meanwhile, Boston's mayor faces a lawsuit from the Trump administration, and a dramatic murder trial reaches its verdict, with a surprising twist on the case.
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Labor Market Slowing In August
- The August jobs report shows U.S. job growth slowed drastically with only 22,000 jobs added.
- The unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, signalling a stagnating labor market after BLS leadership change.
Hostage Video And Gaza City Assault
- Hamas released a hostage video aimed at influencing Israeli public opinion about an assault in Gaza City.
- Israel says it holds 40% of Gaza City and plans to intensify operations amid civilian casualties reported at Al Shifa.
Kennedy Hearing Spurs Calls For Testimony
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s tent hearing focused attention on his vaccine policy and advisory choices.
- Democrats are pushing to have Monares testify to address disputed statements and transparency concerns.