Trump’s Numbers, April 2026 Update
Under President Donald Trump's second term, job growth slowed to 369,000 jobs created as of March, and the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3%. The economy grew 2.1% in 2025, while consumer sentiment hit a record low.
The US economy has seen slowed job growth under President Donald Trump's second term, with 369,000 jobs created as of March. The unemployment rate rose to 4.3%. The economy grew 2.1% in 2025. Average weekly earnings of private-sector workers rose 1.0% after adjusting for inflation. The trade deficit dropped 14% over the most recent 12 months. The federal debt held by the public increased by about 8.6%. Manufacturing jobs continued to decline despite new tariffs on imports. The number of apprehensions at the US-Mexico border decreased by about 92%.
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