
The latest statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reveal a concerning trend: over 800,000 native-born Americans are unemployed compared to last year. This decline in job opportunities for American workers coincides with a notable increase in employment among foreign-born workers, who saw an uptick of approximately 1.2 million jobs in the same timeframe.
Despite the Biden-Harris administration’s announcement of 254,000 new nonfarm payroll jobs added in September, which exceeded economists’ predictions, the gains seem disproportionately favoring those not born in the U.S. In September, native-born employment increased by about 920,000, but the overall year-over-year comparison is alarming.
The administration celebrated the September report, claiming, “Today, we received good news for American workers and families. With today’s report, we’ve created 16 million jobs, unemployment remains low, and wages are growing faster than prices.” However, many Americans are left questioning the reality behind these claims, particularly as their economic situations worsen.
Inflation, which has risen more than 20% since President Biden took office, has significantly diminished real wages, which have decreased by 1.3% between early 2021 and mid-2024. This inflationary pressure has resulted in heightened living costs, straining American wallets.
To combat this economic strain, the Federal Reserve has raised interest rates to a 23-year high, aiming to mitigate inflation. Unfortunately, this has led to increased financial hardships for many families, pushing credit card delinquencies to their highest levels in over a decade.
As the administration continues to favor policies that prioritize migrants and foreign labor, the American workforce is left wondering when their needs will be addressed. The growing disparity in employment opportunities raises serious questions about the administration’s commitment to the American people.