A little bit more than just the administration...
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https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/01/white-house-withdraws-antonis-nomination-to-lead-bls.html
https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/white-house-pulls-nomination-ej-antoni-head-bureau-labor-statistics
Don't blame me for that fox link. It's one of its sources.
The White House has withdrawn the nomination of E.J. Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics due to concerns about his criticism of the agency's data and lack of support from some Senate Republicans.
This decision follows the firing of the previous commissioner, Erika McEntarfer, amid allegations of manipulated job statistics. CNBC Fox Business
Withdrawal of E.J. Antoni's Nomination
The White House has officially withdrawn the nomination of E.J. Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This decision was announced on September 30, 2025, following concerns from several Republican senators regarding his suitability for the role.
Reasons for Withdrawal
Concerns from Senators: Senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins expressed hesitation about meeting with Antoni, indicating potential issues with his nomination.
Criticism of BLS Data: Antoni, who is the chief economist at the Heritage Foundation, has been a vocal critic of the BLS's data collection methods. His nomination raised alarms among economists about the reliability of economic data under his leadership.
Implications of the Withdrawal
Impact on Economic Data: The BLS is responsible for producing key economic statistics, including job market reports. Concerns about Antoni's approach could lead to a demand for alternative data sources.
Government Shutdown Risk: The withdrawal comes at a time when a government shutdown is looming, which could further delay the release of important economic reports, including the September jobs numbers.
The White House has indicated that a new nominee will be announced soon.
