Shutdown Spikes Unemployment: A Temporary Blip?

Shutdown Shock: Are Government Layoffs Fueling an Unemployment Spike? New jobless claims are up, and economists point to the government shutdown's impact on contractors. With official data stalled, can we trust the numbers? Plus, why a no firing, no hiring environment could mean longer unemployment spells, and how the Federal Reserve is stepping in to try and stabilize the shaky job market. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.