US jobs report beats forecasts with 130,000 increase in January
MSNBC·2026-02-11 16:57
The January jobs report came in far stronger than expected, with 130,000 new jobs and a slight drop in unemployment. White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett joined Morning Joe, arguing the gains, especially in the private sector, reflect a strong labor market despite forecasts of a slowdown. MS NOW: My Source for News, Opinion, and the World. Same mission. New name. » Subscribe to MS NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@msnow MS NOW is the go-to destination for domestic and international breaking news, and best ...