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Unemployment Claims Surge: Trump Faces Backlash Over Job Reports

8/8/2025

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U.S. unemployment claims hit 1.97 million, the highest level since November 2021.
New filings rose by 7,000 last week, suggesting modest economic growth.
Trump terminated BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer following unsatisfactory job reports.
The Labor Department's data generated significant social media discussion.
Critics attributed the increase in claims to Trump's administration and its policies.

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Story summary

U.S. unemployment claims hit 1.97 million, the highest level since November 2021.
New filings rose by 7,000 last week, suggesting modest economic growth.
Trump terminated BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer following unsatisfactory job reports.
The Labor Department's data generated significant social media discussion.
Critics attributed the increase in claims to Trump's administration and its policies.