Trump Accused of Tipping Jobs Report Early, Sparking Market Speculation
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Moneycontrol•09-01-2026, 21:40
Trump Accused of Tipping Jobs Report Early, Sparking Market Speculation
- •Donald Trump posted a chart on Truth Social with December employment figures 12 hours before official release.
- •The chart showed 654,000 private sector jobs added "since January," matching official Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
- •Presidents are briefed on jobs reports but barred from public comment until 30 minutes post-release.
- •Market participants noted the unusual timing, suggesting it hinted at the report's direction.
- •This isn't the first time Trump has faced scrutiny for early remarks on sensitive economic data.
Why It Matters: Trump's early social media post on jobs data raises concerns about disclosure protocols and market fairness.
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