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Pressley Urges Fed to Address Black Women's Job Crisis

9/10/2025

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Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) calls on the Federal Reserve to tackle the 6.7% unemployment rate among Black women, exceeding the national average of 4.3%.
She links this rise to Donald Trump's economic policies and federal layoffs impacting Black women.
Pressley seeks data on job loss effects on the U.S. economy and aims for maximum employment for Black women by September 30, 2025.
She highlights the role of diversity and inclusion in enhancing economic productivity.
Pressley has consistently advocated for policies addressing the racial wealth gap.

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Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) calls on the Federal Reserve to tackle the 6.7% unemployment rate among Black women, exceeding the national average of 4.3%.
She links this rise to Donald Trump's economic policies and federal layoffs impacting Black women.
Pressley seeks data on job loss effects on the U.S. economy and aims for maximum employment for Black women by September 30, 2025.
She highlights the role of diversity and inclusion in enhancing economic productivity.
Pressley has consistently advocated for policies addressing the racial wealth gap.