Jed Kolko

Jed Kolko, a former under secretary for economic affairs at the U.S. Department of Commerce, dives into the complexities of U.S. immigration data. He explains the discrepancies between agency estimates and their critical implications for economic policy. Kolko emphasizes the importance of accurate immigration numbers in understanding job markets. The conversation also touches on the ongoing dockworker strike, highlighting automation's role and its broader economic effects. Additionally, they unpack the significance of accurate data amidst election debates.