Trump Defends Firing BLS Chief Over 'Ridiculous' Job Numbers, Discusses Global Conflicts
New York PostAugust 5, 20252 min1,549 views
8 connectionsΒ·10 entities in this videoβDismissal of BLS Chief
- π― Donald Trump defended his decision to fire the Bureau of Labor Statistics chief, Erika McEntarfer, citing "ridiculous" job numbers she reported.
- π‘ Trump stated he had no confidence in the reported statistics, calling the situation a "scam".
- π A new statistician is expected to be announced within the next three to four days.
Economic and Tariff Comments
- π Trump claimed to be seeing "phenomenal numbers" in both domestic and international business.
- π° He hinted that Americans might see cash back from tariffs.
Global Conflict Resolution
- π Trump asserted his administration's success in stopping numerous wars, including those involving India, Pakistan, Cambodia, Thailand, the Congo, and Rwanda.
- π¬ He specifically mentioned stopping a potential conflict between Serbia and Kosovo.
- β οΈ Trump expressed a desire to stop the current war involving Russia and Ukraine, noting the high number of casualties on both sides.
- π’ Regarding nuclear submarines, Trump stated they are "in the region" where they need to be to face Russia.
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Donald TrumpBureau of Labor StatisticsErika McEntarferJob NumbersTariffsRussia-Ukraine WarConflict ResolutionNuclear SubmarinesGlobal Diplomacy
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