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Trump's Job Growth: 687,000 New Roles Amid Rising Unemployment

12/17/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump presided over 687,000 private sector jobs created since his return to office.
The unemployment rate rose as more Americans entered the job market.
The federal workforce decreased by 271,000 jobs, reaching its lowest level in over a decade.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the changes reflect a recovery from the damage caused by Joe Biden.
Real wages are projected to increase by 4.2%.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump presided over 687,000 private sector jobs created since his return to office.
The unemployment rate rose as more Americans entered the job market.
The federal workforce decreased by 271,000 jobs, reaching its lowest level in over a decade.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the changes reflect a recovery from the damage caused by Joe Biden.
Real wages are projected to increase by 4.2%.