“The March jobs report exceeded expectations with notable growth in construction and a significant increase in manufacturing jobs, as substantial investments start to take effect. America continues on a steady economic path due to President Trump’s established agenda of tax cuts, deregulation, tariffs, and energy leadership. Americans can be confident that after the temporary disruptions of Operation Epic Fury are resolved, the nation’s economic revival is poised to accelerate.”
— White House Spokesman Kush Desai
Key Highlights from the March Jobs Report:
- Another round of surpassed expectations. The economy saw an increase of 178,000 new jobs in March, nearly three times what economists had anticipated, further affirming President Trump’s pro-growth policies and highlighting the strength of the American labor market under his guidance.
- Manufacturing is experiencing a resurgence. Manufacturing added 15,000 new positions in March, marking the first positive growth in this sector for three years and reversing the downward trend seen during the Biden era. All key indicators are now signaling continued expansion as Trump’s tariffs and manufacturing-friendly policies take effect.
- Construction is on the rise. The sector gained 26,000 jobs in March, driven by increases in specialty trades and residential construction.
- Job growth is accelerating in 2026. So far this year, the economy has averaged 68,000 new jobs monthly, showing a marked improvement over 2025 and surpassing economists’ predictions.
- Wages are increasing for American workers. Over the past year, weekly earnings in the private sector have risen by 3.9%, providing tangible benefits for American workers.
- Streamlining government and igniting the private sector. The federal workforce has shrunk to its smallest size since 1966, representing the smallest share of the total labor force in more than a century, as the Trump Administration focuses on boosting private sector job growth.
- Prime-age workers are returning to the workforce. In March, the labor force participation rate for women aged 25-54 reached a record high, while participation for prime-age men is near its highest since 2009.
Under President Trump’s leadership, the American economy is demonstrating its unparalleled strength and potential. With growth-oriented policies firmly in place, the future for American workers, manufacturers, and families looks promising.
