On the recordJune 7, 2026
Although last month saw modest job growth – with some 172,000 jobs added and the unemployment rate remaining at 4.3% – we ought to look at the facts.
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hoyer.house.govAlthough last month saw modest job growth – with some 172,000 jobs added and the unemployment rate remaining at 4.3% – we ought to look at the facts.
Statement on May jobs report
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