Labor Secretary's Job Claims Contradicted by Data: 8,000 Manufacturing Jobs Lost in May

The US Labor Secretary, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, faced scrutiny on Friday regarding the recent loss of 8,000 manufacturing jobs in May 2025. In an interview, she stated that 'we're certainly holding steady,' and implied that job growth under the current administration surpasses that of the previous one. However, this assertion is contradicted by job reports indicating a net loss of 88,000 manufacturing jobs within the past twelve months. The video highlights this inconsistency, raising questions about the accuracy of the Secretary's statements. The discrepancy underscores the importance of transparency and accurate reporting in government communications, especially concerning critical economic indicators like job growth. The situation calls for further investigation into the reasons behind the job losses and a clarification from the Labor Department.