July job gains skewed to low paying part time roles
The July added 162,000 jobs fell short of expectations and most were part time or low paying. Retail, restaurant, and bar sectors led gains while average pay dipped to 23.98 an hour. Analysts warn the quality of growth remains weak despite employment numbers improving. Local workers like Elizabeth Wilkinson faced reduced hours and wages, highlighting the squeeze from low wage growth amid inflation and policy shifts.
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The NSA faces turf fights with other federal intelligence agencies seeking to use its surveillance tools. Officials say requests from DEA, Secret Service, Pentagon, and DHS are often denied when ties to terrorism or foreign intelligence are deemed weak. Frustration grows over NSA’s hold on data.
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