News and Commentary

Wow: Unemployment Rate Hits Lowest Point In A Half Century

Josh Hammer

On Friday, a positive April jobs report brought the economy’s unemployment rate down to 3.6% — making for the lowest mark in a full half century. Per The Wall Street Journal:

American employers picked up the pace of hiring in April and the unemployment rate fell to a half-century low, adding to signs of healthy U.S. economic growth as the expansion approaches its 10th birthday.

Got a tip worth investigating?

Your information could be the missing piece to an important story. Submit your tip today and make a difference.

Submit Tip