Where is the liberal media now?
The April jobs report is in—and it’s delivering good news for American workers and retirees. The U.S. economy added 177,000 new jobs, beating forecasts and providing a timely win for President Donald Trump’s economic agenda.
Despite alarmist headlines earlier in the week about a small GDP decline, the latest employment numbers prove that Trump’s America First policies are working. The unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%, defying predictions of an economic slump.
This latest report could mean real gains for your retirement portfolio and savings.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth remained strong across multiple private-sector industries—especially in healthcare, transportation, finance, and social assistance. At the same time, federal government jobs declined, thanks in part to the Trump administration’s aggressive push to cut wasteful spending.
Under the leadership of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), federal agencies have been trimmed, departments streamlined, and taxpayer money saved. Since President Trump returned to office in January, the message has been clear: Cut the bloat, empower the worker.
Even with long-term unemployment rising modestly to 1.7 million, average hourly earnings grew by 3.8% over the past year—good news for seniors living on fixed incomes and working Americans alike. Wages are climbing, and inflation is being managed with care.
While some media outlets continue to push recession fears, much of the 0.3% GDP dip in Q1 came from companies stockpiling ahead of Trump’s incoming tariffs—a sign of smart planning, not economic weakness.
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Despite warnings from Democrats like Senator Chuck Schumer, top economists and market experts are pointing to continued strength in the labor market. Christopher Rupkey, chief economist at FWDBonds, said it best: “The labor market refuses to buckle in the face of trade war uncertainty.”
And Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer drove the point home on FOX Business: “Trump told the American people the Golden Age was coming. Well, it’s here.”
With inflation data due May 13, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve—but voters know what’s really driving the economy: President Trump’s tough stance on trade, smart deregulation, and pro-growth reforms.
Bottom Line:
This jobs report is more than just numbers—it’s a clear message that President Trump’s policies are paying off. The media may not like it, but hard-working Americans—and those planning for retirement—should take note.