Banana republic? Trump puts credibility of US economic data on the line | Business and Economy

The recent dismissal of Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer by President Trump has raised significant concerns among economists and policymakers about the integrity of U.S. economic data, which is crucial for global markets. Critics argue that this action could lead to political interference in data reporting, undermining trust in official statistics and drawing parallels to practices seen in authoritarian regimes.

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