In a victory for American workers and common-sense immigration policy, President Trump’s America First approach continues to prove its worth in undeniable terms. The latest employment figures released by the Department of Labor demonstrate precisely why securing our borders and prioritizing American jobs isn’t just patriotic rhetoric—it’s a winning strategy for our nation’s economy and working families.
June’s employment data paints a clear and encouraging picture of what happens when leadership puts Americans first. American-born employment surged by an impressive 830,000 jobs last month alone, pushing the number of employed Americans to its highest level ever recorded, surpassing even the pre-pandemic peak from October 2019. This increase is not merely statistical noise—it represents hundreds of thousands of American families returning to work, earning paychecks, and reclaiming their dignity and financial security.
On the flip side, employment among foreign-born workers has taken a significant downturn, declining by 348,000 in June, marking the third consecutive month of substantial decreases. Since the beginning of 2025, foreign-born employment has dropped by over half a million, coinciding directly with President Trump’s intensifying crackdown on illegal immigration and his unwavering commitment to putting American citizens first. This isn’t xenophobia or isolationism—it’s common sense. When we prioritize our own citizens in employment, wages rise, opportunities expand, and our communities thrive.
Democrats and the mainstream media may cry foul, accusing President Trump of cruelty or economic shortsightedness. But the facts speak for themselves. American-born employment is up by over two million since the start of the year—two million Americans back to work, two million families stronger and more secure. This resurgence of American-made prosperity is precisely what the MAGA movement stands for, and President Trump’s policies have once again proven effective and necessary.
President Donald Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration is bearing fruit as the number of American-born workers soared in June while foreign-born employment plunged.
The left’s open-border ideology has always come at a steep cost to American workers, depressing wages, straining public services, and undermining our sovereignty. By enforcing immigration laws strictly, President Trump is not only fulfilling his promise to the American people—he’s correcting decades of failed policies that prioritized global interests over our own citizens.
These new numbers are a vindication of the America First vision. The rising labor force participation rate, now at 61.8 percent, demonstrates renewed optimism and confidence among the American workforce. Workers who had lost hope, who’d left the labor market discouraged and disillusioned, are now returning in droves. This isn’t merely a victory in economic terms—it’s a triumph for American pride, self-sufficiency, and the enduring spirit of our people.
Furthermore, this employment rebound will have ripple effects beyond the immediate job market. More Americans employed means less welfare dependency, increased consumer spending, and a stronger overall economy. It means more money in the pockets of American families, more opportunities for small businesses, and a greater sense of stability and security nationwide.
Critics will undoubtedly attempt to spin these numbers negatively, claiming this administration is unfairly targeting immigrants or harming businesses reliant on cheap foreign labor. But such arguments ignore the fundamental responsibility of any government: to protect and uplift its own citizens first. President Trump’s immigration crackdown isn’t about excluding others—it’s about including and empowering our own people, ensuring that American jobs go to American workers first and foremost.
As we continue through 2025 and beyond, let these employment numbers serve as a powerful reminder of what’s possible when our leaders put America first. President Trump has drawn a clear line in the sand, showing that strong borders, strict immigration enforcement, and policies that prioritize American workers aren’t just slogans—they’re the essential roadmap to prosperity, security, and national renewal.
