Matt Grossman

Matt Grossman, a WSJ reporter specializing in business and financial news, dives into the controversy surrounding the Bureau of Labor Statistics after President Trump fired its commissioner. He discusses the shockingly low job growth numbers and the implications for economic statistics. Grossman explores Erika McEntarfer's impressive leadership at the bureau and addresses concerns about data integrity amid accusations of political manipulation. The conversation reveals the challenges faced by the agency, including operational issues and rising costs.