Foreign-Born Workers Dominate U.S. Job Gains While Native-Born Americans Struggle

SUMMARY

While President Biden praises the economy, polls reveal American dissatisfaction, especially regarding job loss among native-born workers. Bureau of Labor Statistics data indicates that foreign-born workers gained 637,000 jobs while native-born workers lost about 299,000 in May. The left's narrative portrays immigrants as beneficial to the economy, but economist E.J. Antoni argues their costs, such as healthcare and education, offset their contributions. Moreover, the jobs report highlights a decrease in full-time employment and an increase in part-time jobs. Despite the Biden administration's claims of a robust labor market, Antoni notes millions of individuals missing from the workforce, potentially elevating unemployment rates.