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U.S. Job Market Slumps: Unemployment Hits 4.6%

12/20/2025

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Trump's Economic Struggles

The U.S. labor market weakened as the unemployment rate rose to 4.6% in November.
Job growth was sluggish, with 64,000 jobs added after a 105,000 October loss.
U.S. President Donald Trump faces criticism that his economic policies may not deliver as promised.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that job estimates may be overstated, indicating a tepid market.

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Trump's Inflation Pledge

U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the nation, pledging to reduce inflation and lower prices.
Despite some declines in gasoline and egg prices, overall inflation stands at 2.7%, with groceries and electricity increasing.
The president's approval rating fell from 52% to 43%, particularly among independent voters and Latinos.
Critics argue that trade and energy policies worsen affordability, while pollsters warn such failures could jeopardize the GOP's election prospects.

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Trump's Economic Struggles

The U.S. labor market weakened as the unemployment rate rose to 4.6% in November.
Job growth was sluggish, with 64,000 jobs added after a 105,000 October loss.
U.S. President Donald Trump faces criticism that his economic policies may not deliver as promised.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that job estimates may be overstated, indicating a tepid market.

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