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Powell's Warning Signal: Unemployment Claims Jump to Highest in Years

The U.S. labor market is showing its most significant signs of strain in nearly four years, with the number of Americans continuing to draw unemployment benefits climbing to its highest point since November 2021.

Benzinga

Bureau of Labor Statistics tells the US what’s up with the economy – Trump firing its top official may undercut trust in its data

Many financial and political analysts are trying to assess the impact of President Donald Trump’s decision to fire U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer on Aug. 1, 2025, the same day that an unemployment report conveyed weakness in the job market. Some of the strongest criticism of this…

The Conversation

The Government Fined This Farm Over $550,000—Mostly for a Paperwork Violation

Joe and Russell Marino will finally get their day in court. The ruling represents a turning of the tide when it comes to the fairness of such proceedings, where agencies have long played both prosecutor and jury.

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The 'Pro-Worker' President Strikes Again'—Ex-Labor Secretary Slams Trump's Labor Department For Gutting Over 60 Worker Protections

Former Labor Secretary Robert Reich is calling out the Trump administration over a sweeping deregulatory push at the Department of Labor. Reich says the move strips essential worker protections, even as President Donald Trump continues to brand himself as a champion of the American worker.

Benzinga

5 Reasons to Invest in Crypto When You’re Retired — And 5 Reasons to Avoid It

As cryptocurrency continues to mature as an asset class and Bitcoin reaching new highs, more retirees are considering whether digital currencies deserve a place in their retirement portfolios. The...

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DOGE got access to millions of government records. It could benefit Musk’s companies for decades

Sensitive data held by NASA, the Department of Labor, and other federal bodies could advantage Elon Musk’s business empire for ‘many years’, according to a new investigation

The Independent UK

Anthony D’Esposito looks to go from cop to congressman to inspector general - Roll Call

A familiar face returned to the Hill on Wednesday, as ex-Rep. Anthony D’Esposito faced a Senate panel as nominee for Labor inspector general.

Roll Call

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A Coal Miner’s Daughter Takes on DOGE to Protect Miners’ Health

Since 1970, more than 75,000 miners have died of black lung disease. Now, researchers working to prevent those deaths get layoff notices.

Capital & Main

Trump looks to close 105-year-old department that supports women workers despite insinuating it would stay

Enacted by Congress in 1920, the Women’s Bureau researches and advocates for equality in the workplace

The Independent UK

Trump team makes it easier to invest 401(k)s in crypto. Some experts say that’s a bad idea

Rescinding Biden-era guidance on pension plan investments in crypto comes as vice president declares industry has ‘a champion and an ally in the White House’

The Independent UK

Trump pick for workplace safety agency sparks fears heat protections will be derailed

Under David Keeling, a former UPS and Amazon executive, Osha is expected to thwart protections on extreme heat

The Guardian - US

Mass resignations at labor department threaten workers in US and overseas, warn staff – as more cuts loom

Exclusive: Insiders sound alarm over ‘catastrophic’ impact of widespread departures and cuts under Trump

The Guardian - US

Trump says petrol and grocery prices are down. Facts say otherwise

The US president incorrectly said that prices of petrol and eggs had dropped while home sales were good.

Al Jazeera

DOGE Operatives at Department of Labor Reportedly Have Access to Sensitive Data on Immigrants, Farm Workers

DOGE operatives have gained access to sensitive data systems at the Department of Labor with sensitive information about immigrants

Latin Times

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The Guardian - US

Doge unemployment ‘fraud’ discoveries are old finds from Biden era, experts say

Some aren’t even fraud but rather known attempts by states to protect victims of identity theft, former top official says

Fortune

A DOGE staffer who resigned over racist posts is back in government

Marko Elez has been assigned to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services since March 5, per court filings.

The Independent UK

A federal judge temporarily blocks parts of Trump's anti-DEI executive orders

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the U.S. Department of Labor from implementing parts of President Donald Trump’s executive orders aimed at curbing diversity, equity and inclusion efforts among federal contractors and grant recipients

The Texas Tribune

Rep. Greg Casar and Elon Musk bring Texas clash to D.C. stage

From Austin city council to the halls of Congress, this lawmaker has been increasingly critical of Musk, saying the billionaire receives special treatment and has conflicts of interest.

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Senate Committee Advances Labor Secretary Nomination Amid Controversy

Senate committee advances Lori Chavez-DeRemer's nomination for Department of Labor head amid concerns over labor issues and administration's workforce redu...

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Lori Chavez-Deremer Addresses Key Issues In Labor Department Confirmation Hearing

Lori Chavez-DeRemer's confirmation hearing highlights data security, PRO Act shift, and bipartisan support need.

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Labor Secretary Nominee Faces Scrutiny Over Union Support

Lori Chavez-DeRemer's nomination for Department of Labor leadership raises questions about her stance on workers' rights and potential impact on labor-rela...

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Labor nominee Chavez-DeRemer backs away from pro-union bill - Roll Call

Former Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer distanced herself from a pro-union bill she once backed at her confirmation hearing for Labor secretary.

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Senate Republicans Divided Over Labor Secretary Nominee

Former Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer's nomination for the Department of Labor faces scrutiny over her pro-union stance and support for the controversial PRO Act...

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Nine Ways to Find Your Lost 401(k)

Over 29 million lost 401(k) accounts worth almost $1.65 trillion have been forgotten by their owners. Here are nine ways you can locate your account.

Capital & Main

Waffle House Workers Say Owners Pocket Millions Through Wage Theft

Servers say the chain forces them to do janitorial work, dishwashing for lower tipped wages and robs them of up to $46.8 million.

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