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TRUMP EFFECT: Economy CRUSHES Expectations with 130,000 Jobs Added in January

Gary FranchiFebruary 11, 2026224 views
TRUMP EFFECT: Economy CRUSHES Expectations with 130,000 Jobs Added in January
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The American economy delivered a stunning performance in January, adding 130,000 jobs while unemployment dropped to 4.3% - crushing forecasters' expectations and providing early validation of President Trump's return to the White House.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics report, delayed by last week's brief government shutdown, revealed job growth nearly double the predicted 66,000 new positions. Economists had also expected unemployment to remain flat at 4.4%, but instead saw it tick downward in Trump's first full month back in office.

The Trump Effect Takes Hold

While these numbers reflect data from early in Trump's presidency, they signal growing confidence among American businesses as the 47th President rolls back Biden-era regulations and signals a return to pro-growth policies.

"This is what happens when you put America First instead of America Last," said one economic analyst. "Businesses are already responding to the promise of lower taxes, fewer regulations, and an end to the war on American energy."

The contrast with Biden's final months couldn't be clearer - where the previous administration left us with economic uncertainty, Trump is delivering results Patriots can see in their paychecks.

The job gains come as the Trump-Vance administration moves aggressively to implement campaign promises, from securing the border to unleashing American energy production. Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is already identifying billions in wasteful spending to cut, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent prepares tax policies that will keep more money in working Americans' pockets.

Real Results for Real Americans

Unlike the mainstream media's doom-and-gloom predictions about Trump's return, actual working Americans are seeing the benefits. Small business optimism is surging, energy sector hiring is accelerating, and manufacturers are already planning domestic expansion.

This jobs report proves what Patriots knew all along - America doesn't need globalist policies or Green New Deal fantasies to thrive. We need common-sense leadership that puts American workers first.

How long before the legacy media gives Trump credit for turning Biden's economic mess around? Don't hold your breath, Patriots.

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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EconomicsGradVerified1 days ago
130K is solid but I'm curious about the labor force participation rate - did that improve too? That's really the key metric to watch for sustainable growth.
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PatriotMike2024Verified1 days ago
Finally! This is what happens when you put America First policies into action. The media won't give Trump credit but the numbers don't lie.
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RedStateRealistVerified18 hours ago
Exactly right Mike. CNN will find some way to spin this negatively, just wait and see.
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AmericaStrongVerified9 hours ago
BOOM! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Promises made, promises kept!
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SmallBizOwner47Verified5 hours ago
I'm seeing this firsthand in my manufacturing business - we've hired 3 new employees this month alone and have more orders coming in than we've seen in years. The confidence is real.
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JobCreator2020Verifiedjust now
Same here! My construction company is booked solid through summer. Business optimism is through the roof.