Acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling said the U.S. economy continues to deliver for the American people following a strong May 2025 jobs report.
The statement highlights the administration's effort to demonstrate that it is fulfilling campaign promises to return high-paying private-sector jobs to the U.S.
During a Labor Department briefing in Washington, D.C., Sonderling said the May 2025 data is evidence of economic strength. The report showed that the economy added 172,000 jobs [1], a figure that was nearly double the expected amount [1].
"President Trump delivered on his promise to bring high‑paying jobs back to America," Sonderling said [1]. He said in a separate interview that "the economy continues to deliver for the American people" [2].
While the Labor Department emphasizes these gains, other reports suggest a more complex economic landscape. The New York Times reported that the overall economic outlook is not robust, noting that tariffs are creating new risks, and the economy shows warning signs despite tax cuts.
Sonderling said the growth in high-paying positions remains a central achievement of the current administration's policy. The Acting Secretary's focus remains on the private sector's ability to absorb workers at a rate exceeding forecasts [1].
“"President Trump delivered on his promise to bring high‑paying jobs back to America."”
The disparity between the Labor Department's positive reading of the May 2025 jobs report and the concerns raised by other outlets reflects a broader debate over the sustainability of current economic policies. While the raw number of jobs added suggests short-term growth, the mention of tariff risks and warning signs indicates that the administration's success may be weighed against systemic vulnerabilities in the global trade environment.
