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Trump Withdraws Controversial Labor Chief Nomination Amid Scrutiny

10/5/2025

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In August 2025, Trump dismissed Bureau of Labor and Statistics head after an unfavorable jobs report.
He nominated E.J. Antoni, a Heritage Foundation affiliate with a 2020 Ph.D., to replace him, drawing Capitol scrutiny.
Economists said the nomination undermines the nonpartisan nature of the role.
The White House withdrew Antoni's nomination this week amid concerns about qualifications and ideology.

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Story summary

In August 2025, Trump dismissed Bureau of Labor and Statistics head after an unfavorable jobs report.
He nominated E.J. Antoni, a Heritage Foundation affiliate with a 2020 Ph.D., to replace him, drawing Capitol scrutiny.
Economists said the nomination undermines the nonpartisan nature of the role.
The White House withdrew Antoni's nomination this week amid concerns about qualifications and ideology.