Fired Labor Bureau Commissioner Speaks Out After Trump Firing Over Job Numbers

Erika McEntarfer, Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, posted a message on Bluesky expressing gratitude for her role and the dedication of her colleagues, according to Benzinga. Her remarks came amid political controversy following her dismissal by President Trump. The president accused McEntarfer of political manipulation, though he presented no evidence. White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett defended the move, calling for more transparent and reliable reporting from future appointees. July’s report showed just 73,000 jobs added, far below expectations, and revised May and June totals down by 258,000 jobs combined. McEntarfer’s removal underscores political tensions over economic data and highlights the need to protect the integrity and transparency of BLS reporting. The weak jobs report raised concerns about a possible dollar short squeeze and drew focus to its broader economic and political implications.