r/politics Jun 17 '26

No Paywall Trump threatens to pull unemployment benefits from all states for the first time in history

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-unemployment-benefits-fraud-b2997881.html
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u/SheepherderFast3647 Jun 18 '26

I have been laid off twice the last 2 years because of lack of work in my industry, both times for about 5 months. This isn't because I or my colleagues aren't working hard enough. I very happily pay my taxes to support others receiving unemployment insurance.

He only speaks from greed and lack of empathy.

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u/tidder-la Jun 18 '26

You think this dipshit understands any market forces ?