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Story summary
- In 2025, Amazon's Virginia headquarters reported no new jobs despite incentives.
- Initially projected to create 10,000 jobs by 2024, the project now employs about 8,500.
- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) opposed the project in New York over fears of corporate welfare.
- The Virginia Economic Development Partnership may reassess the incentive package after slow job growth.
- Amazon paused construction on its second phase due to industry challenges.
