Hoyer Statement on July Jobs Report

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement on the July jobs report:

“The July jobs report continues to capture a feeling that many Americans know all too well — uncertainty. We saw a loss of 23,000 jobs, and there are 1.8 million individuals still facing long-term unemployment. Rather than fulfilling his oath to promote the general welfare of Americans, Trump continues to dedicate taxpayer resources to his war of choice with Iran, and the MAGA majority in Congress simply acts in lockstep with his reckless agenda while failing to address the real issues on the minds of the American people.

“Every day, I hear from constituents who are struggling to afford basic necessities under an administration that prioritizes the President’s billionaire friends over hardworking families. The White House enjoys gloating about ‘The Trump Effect,’ but, in reality, we are seeing fewer jobs, skyrocketing gas prices, and higher inflation for the American people. It is a disastrous effect, indeed. 

“Instead of tackling the growing affordability crisis plaguing our nation, President Trump has created an elaborate distraction campaign by instigating foreign conflicts and obsessing over birthright citizenship. However, this month’s job report is another reminder that, while this President keeps trying to change the subject, the numbers tell the same devastating story.”