According to an Analysis of the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Local Area Unemployment Statistics Program, Virginia Lost More Than 43,000 Jobs Between April and June

In July, Spanberger Announced Her “Growing Virginia Plan” Focused on Protecting Virginia Jobs and Growing Virginia’s Economy Amid Uncertainty

RICHMOND, Va — Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger continues to make protecting Virginians’ jobs a top priority as a recent employment analysis — highlighted by new reporting in the Virginia Mercury — shows Virginia with the “largest job losses in the country.”

According to an analysis of the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Local Area Unemployment Statistics program, Virginia lost more than 43,000 jobs between April and June — in large part due to the Trump Administration’s DOGE cuts and attacks on Virginia’s economy. Virginia’s unemployment rate has risen for seven consecutive months — the longest streak since the 2008 Great Recession. These negative trends coincide with Virginia losing its CNBC ranking as “America’s Top State for Business.”

“While Abigail is talking every day about her plans to lower costs, protect Virginians’ jobs, and grow Virginia’s economy, Winsome Earle-Sears remains in lockstep with the Trump Administration’s disastrous economic policies — even as Virginians lose their jobs and costs rise,” said Connor Joseph, Communications Director, Spanberger for Governor. “As Governor, Abigail will never hesitate to stand up for Virginians when chaos in Washington threatens their families. Her administration will work tirelessly to get the Commonwealth’s economy back on track — so every Virginian can earn a good living, take care of their families, and build a secure retirement.”

In July, Spanberger announced her “Growing Virginia Plan” focused on protecting Virginia jobs and growing Virginia’s economy — including by creating job opportunities for Virginians through workforce training programs, increasing business investment in Virginia, and expanding trade opportunities for Virginia businesses and producers.

BACKGROUND

Earlier this year, Spanberger rolled out her plan to lower costs for Virginians — her Affordable Virginia Plan, which would lower healthcare, housing, and energy costs for Virginia families.

Spanberger has also announced her Strengthening Virginia Schools Plan — showing that her administration will have a plan on day one to address challenges facing Virginia’s schools.

As a member of Congress, Spanberger built a record of working with both Democrats and Republicans to deliver results for Virginians — and was named the most bipartisan Member of Congress from Virginia.

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