South Michigan News

Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) has issued a statement criticizing the ongoing government shutdown, attributing it to Democratic lawmakers and highlighting its impact on jobs data availability for the second consecutive month.

“Once again, our nation will not receive timely jobs data because Democrats are keeping the federal government shut down. This data is a critical tool businesses, workers, and policy makers use to assess the strength of America’s economy and workforce. Without it, our workforce is forced to navigate increasing economic uncertainty caused by the Democrat shutdown while workers struggle to pay bills or put food on the table.

“It is imperative we reopen the government, return to President Trump’s pro-growth agenda, and restore certainty for our workforce and the American economy,” Walberg stated.

The lack of updated employment statistics during a shutdown can hinder decision-making for businesses and policymakers who rely on this information to understand labor market trends.