Weak Jobs Data Underscores Fed’s Dilemma as War Stokes Inflation Risk on March 6, 2026 at 4:10 pm

The Federal Reserve is still widely expected to hold interest rates steady when its officials next meet on March 17-18.

Trump Aides Remain Bullish Despite Rising Unemployment and Gas Prices on March 6, 2026 at 4:23 pm

The president’s economic advisers insist that any signs of strains are temporary, as they look to sell the president’s agenda entering the midterms.

Democrats Blame Trump For Jobs Report as Republicans Play Defense on March 6, 2026 at 4:21 pm

The weaker-than-expected numbers quickly became a source of tension between the two parties ahead of the midterm elections.

What to know about the jobs report. on March 6, 2026 at 12:00 pm

Employment data for February will be released by the Labor Department on Friday.

Young and Looking for Work? We Want to Hear from You. on March 6, 2026 at 12:01 pm

Unemployment is higher among younger people than other groups, and some companies are cutting back on entry-level hiring. Tell us how you are navigating the start of your career.

Health Care Has Become the Lifeblood of the Labor Market on March 6, 2026 at 10:01 am

An aging population is drawing workers to medical and social care, creating reliable jobs and revealing weakness for the rest of the economy.

Big Revisions Are a Reason to Question the Jobs Numbers, Not to Dismiss Them on March 6, 2026 at 10:03 am

Economists say estimates from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other agencies are reliable, but they worry the quality of data is eroding.

Top Aide to Labor Secretary Placed on Leave on March 5, 2026 at 3:06 am

Several of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s employees are under investigation for official misconduct under her leadership.

How War in the Persian Gulf Could Spill Into the U.S. Economy on March 5, 2026 at 10:03 am

Rising energy prices, snarled supply chains and higher government debt could all hurt American consumers.

Several of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s employees are under investigation for official misconduct under her leadership. on March 5, 2026 at 3:06 am

Several of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s employees are under investigation for official misconduct under her leadership.