Former President Donald Trump also reacted to the numbers on his Truth Social platform, sharing a Bloomberg segment highlighting the unexpected strength in the labor report. An analyst in the clip noted that the lower-than-expected unemployment rate and jobless claims reflect a healthy job market.
Meanwhile, lawmakers in Congress are working to advance a comprehensive legislative package that aligns with campaign promises made by many Republican leaders. House Speaker Mike Johnson spoke on Fox News about ongoing efforts to finalize what he described as a landmark bill.
“This is a piece of legislation shaped by both chambers of Congress, and we’re focused on delivering it by July 4th,” Johnson said. “It reflects key priorities such as tax reform, regulatory improvements, and government efficiency.”
Johnson emphasized the bill’s potential impact on fiscal savings, stating that it could reduce federal spending by as much as $1.6 trillion. He also highlighted proposed changes to entitlement programs, noting the importance of maintaining sustainability for essential services like Medicaid.
“Our goal is to improve how government serves the people, ensuring accountability, efficiency, and long-term solvency for key programs,” Johnson added.
The final version of the bill is expected to be introduced in the coming days.