Trump Criticized by Republican for Firing Jobs Report Director Amid Poor Data

Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie criticized President Donald Trump, describing his decision to dismiss Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) director Erika McEntarfer amid disappointing employment data as indicative of immature behavior. During a panel discussion on ABC, Christie stated, "When Trump encounters unfavorable news, he seeks someone to blame because he refuses to accept responsibility himself. This behavior resembles that of a petulant child—firing the messenger in response to bad news." He further explained that, given the collaborative nature of data compilation, it would be nearly impossible to manipulate these figures. Christie emphasized that the director's role is mainly to transmit information, making the firing unjustified and irresponsible, reflecting poor management practices.