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Black Unemployment Surges Amid Cuts to Diversity Programs

10/13/2025

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Black unemployment rose to 7.5% from 6% over four months, while white unemployment declined to 3.7%.
Experts attribute the rise to the Trump administration's cuts to diversity programs and workforce reductions that disproportionately affect Black workers.
The federal backlash against diversity practices could hinder private-sector hiring.
Job losses are particularly severe for Black women in professional services.
A federal hiring freeze limits opportunities for young workers.

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Story summary

Black unemployment rose to 7.5% from 6% over four months, while white unemployment declined to 3.7%.
Experts attribute the rise to the Trump administration's cuts to diversity programs and workforce reductions that disproportionately affect Black workers.
The federal backlash against diversity practices could hinder private-sector hiring.
Job losses are particularly severe for Black women in professional services.
A federal hiring freeze limits opportunities for young workers.