Summary
President Donald Trump has nominated EJ Antoni, an economist from the conservative Heritage Foundation, to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) after firing the previous head, Erika McEntarfer. Trump claims the change will bring honesty and accuracy to economic reports, but critics are concerned about Antoni's qualifications and political bias. Antoni's appointment requires approval from the Senate.
Key Facts
- President Trump nominated EJ Antoni to head the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Antoni is the chief economist at the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank.
- The nomination follows Trump firing Erika McEntarfer, the former BLS head.
- Trump accused McEntarfer of releasing manipulated job growth numbers.
- Antoni requires Senate confirmation before taking the position.
- Critics question Antoni's qualifications and worry about his political leanings influencing economic data.
- Former BLS head Erica Groshen expressed concerns about Antoni's unknown reputation in relevant fields.
