EPISODE · Aug 19, 2025 · 1 MIN
DC Leads Nation in Jobless Rate
from AURN News · host Ebony McMorris, Clay Cane, Jamie Jackson
The District of Columbia is reporting the nation’s highest unemployment rate for the third consecutive month. Bureau of Labor Statistics figures show D.C. at 6% in July, compared with the national average of 4.2%. Experts cite mass layoffs under the Department of Government Efficiency and a steep decline in tourism as key factors. Neighboring states Maryland and Virginia are faring better. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What this episode covers
The District of Columbia is reporting the nation’s highest unemployment rate for the third consecutive month. Bureau of Labor Statistics figures show D.C. at 6% in July, compared with the national average of 4.2%. Experts cite mass layoffs under the Department of Government Efficiency and a steep decline in tourism as key factors. Neighboring states Maryland and Virginia are faring better. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter
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