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White House Fact Sheet: Improving Medicare for Seniors
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The White House issued the following fact sheet:
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President Donald J. Trump Announces Medicare Improvement Fund Payments for Seniors
October 2, 2026
IMPROVING MEDICARE FOR SENIORS: Today, President Donald J. Trump announced that the federal government will be making one-time payments of $90 per person to help more than 20 million enrollees pay for their Medicare Part B premiums.
* Payments will be made from the Medicare Improvement Fund, which has been given $2 billion by Congress for the purposes of making improvements to the Medicare fee-for-service program, but
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The White House issued the following fact sheet:
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President Donald J. Trump Announces Medicare Improvement Fund Payments for Seniors
October 2, 2026
IMPROVING MEDICARE FOR SENIORS: Today, President Donald J. Trump announced that the federal government will be making one-time payments of $90 per person to help more than 20 million enrollees pay for their Medicare Part B premiums.
* Payments will be made from the Medicare Improvement Fund, which has been given $2 billion by Congress for the purposes of making improvements to the Medicare fee-for-service program, buthas never before been utilized.
* Most eligible seniors will receive the payment in the form a direct deposit of $90 in early October. Those without direct deposit will receive a check, also sent in early October, to the mailing address they have registered with Medicare.
* Most Medicare Part B enrollees are eligible for the payments. Those whose premiums are already paid by Medicaid or who pay an Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount do not qualify.
* Seniors can call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) to check on their eligibility for the premium rebate. Beneficiaries who want to check on the status of their payment should call the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213.
HISTORIC ACTION TO HELP SENIOR CITIZENS: With this action, President Trump is the first President to ever use the Medicare Improvement Fund to directly lower costs for senior citizens.
* Established in 2008, no Administration has ever utilized or made payments from the Medicare Improvement Fund.
* Previous Congresses used the Medicare Improvement Fund in ways that increased healthcare costs for the American people, such as when Democrats raided $20.7 billion from the fund as part of the Unaffordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare.
* President Trump believes that Medicare Improvement Funds should be used to directly help people on Medicare, not special interests, and is returning healthcare dollars back into the hands of the American people to benefit them and their individual healthcare needs.
LOWERING HEALTHCARE COSTS AND GIVING MONEY TO THE PEOPLE, NOT SPECIAL INTERESTS: President Trump is delivering on his promises to lower costs for American patients by putting them first and taking on the special interests that have used the status quo in Washington to raise healthcare costs for Americans.
* The Trump Administration is cracking down on fraud and corruption, lowering healthcare costs for Americans, and putting the American people over big health insurance companies after the Biden Administration's mismanagement of Obamacare resulted in massive levels of fraud, higher costs for Americans, and massive profits for big health insurance companies.
- The Trump Administration has taken the strongest actions ever to protect the integrity of the exchanges, including ending loopholes used to fraudulently enroll individuals.
* In February 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order to empower patients with clear, accurate, and actionable healthcare pricing information. Since then, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has ramped up enforcement against hospitals that are out of compliance with price transparency rules and strengthened price transparency rules for hospitals and insurance companies.
* In May 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order to bring the prices Americans and taxpayers pay for prescription drugs in line with those paid by similar nations. The Trump Administration has reached 26 deals with pharmaceutical manufacturers, covering nearly 90% of the branded drug market.
* In his historic Working Families Tax Cuts Act, President Trump expanded access to health savings accounts for up to ten million people on Obamacare and took the most significant actions to reduce healthcare fraud and abuse in history, enabling the largest ever investment in rural healthcare - $50 billion.
* On September 10, 2026, President Trump announced the Working Families Obamacare Refund to send nearly 1 million Americans $500 each who had been overcharged for their Obamacare coverage by the Biden Administration.
* President Trump is calling on Congress to enact the Great Healthcare Plan to lower drug prices, lower insurance premiums, hold big insurance companies accountable, and maximize price transparency.
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Original text here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2026/10/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-announces-medicare-improvement-fund-payments-for-seniors/
Treasury Dept.: Financial Literacy and Education Commission Releases the 2026 Update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release:
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The Financial Literacy and Education Commission Releases the 2026 Update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy
October 2, 2026
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of the Treasury applauded the release of the 2026 update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy from the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC), which is chaired by the Secretary of the Treasury and is composed of the heads of 23 federal agencies and the White House Domestic Policy Council.
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release:
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The Financial Literacy and Education Commission Releases the 2026 Update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy
October 2, 2026
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of the Treasury applauded the release of the 2026 update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy from the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC), which is chaired by the Secretary of the Treasury and is composed of the heads of 23 federal agencies and the White House Domestic Policy Council.
"Thenewest United States National Strategy for Financial Literacy is a roadmap to help every American build the knowledge and skills needed to achieve financial security for themselves and their families," said Secretary Scott Bessent. "The advent of Trump Accounts demonstrates what this approach looks like in practice. By giving young Americans and their families an opportunity to save and invest together, we can make financial education tangible, help a new generation establish sound financial habits from an early age, and build the knowledge and confidence to participate in our financial markets."
2026 Update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy
The Financial Literacy Strategy outlines the FLEC's goals for advancing financial literacy and education across the United States and identifies priority areas and actions to help Americans build the knowledge and skills to make informed financial decisions, achieve their financial goals, and enhance their financial well-being.
The Financial Literacy Strategy establishes four priority areas for the FLEC:
* Youth Financial Capability: Build a foundation of basic financial skills starting in childhood and young adulthood to improve financial outcomes for the next generation of Americans.
* Saving and Investing: Increase Americans' knowledge of saving and investing to build financial security and achieve their financial goals, including by promoting awareness of new savings and investment vehicles such as Trump Accounts for children.
* Digital Financial Literacy: Improve Americans' knowledge and decision-making skills to enable the safe and confident use of digital financial products and services.
* Scams and Fraud Education: Equip consumers with the knowledge to recognize and avoid scams and fraud and the tools to mitigate the impact of potential losses.
The Financial Literacy Strategy also identifies best practices for delivering effective financial education, including providing actionable and timely education at key financial decision points, tailoring education to life stages and individual situations, reinforcing concepts over time, incorporating experiential and hands-on learning, supporting high-quality instruction, and evaluating program effectiveness.
The Financial Literacy Strategy was developed through consultation with FLEC-represented agencies, public input, and independent research on financial literacy and education.
Read Secretary Bessent's letter as Chair of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission available here.
Read the full 2026 Update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy available here (https://www.mymoney.gov/sites/default/files/100/National-Strategy-Financial-Literacy-for-2026.pdf).
The Financial Literacy and Education Commission
The Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) was established by the Financial Literacy and Education Improvement Act, Title V of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003 (P.L. 108-159). It provides a forum for its represented Federal entities to continue coordination and collaboration that advance financial literacy and education andincrease access to financial services for all Americans. FLEC-represented agencies develop consumer-friendly, trustworthy, and consistent educational materials and tools; conduct outreach to help consumers make informed and sound decisions that enhance their financial well-being; coordinate and implement research; and develop and implement policies to improve how financial education is delivered.
Learn more about FLEC and financial literacy resources at mymoney.gov.
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Original text here: https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0646/
State Dept.: Ad-Hoc Coalition to Defeat ISIS Meeting on Iraq and Syria
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Ad-Hoc Coalition to Defeat ISIS Meeting on Iraq and Syria
Media Note
Office of the Spokesman
October 2, 2026
Italy hosted, and co-chaired with the United States, an ad-hoc Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS/Daesh meeting of Political Directors and senior diplomatic officials in Rome on October 1, 2026.
Coalition partners congratulated Iraq and Syria on the success of Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) in degrading ISIS/Daesh. The ending of OIR's mandate in Iraq represents true victory of the collective efforts
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Ad-Hoc Coalition to Defeat ISIS Meeting on Iraq and Syria
Media Note
Office of the Spokesman
October 2, 2026
Italy hosted, and co-chaired with the United States, an ad-hoc Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS/Daesh meeting of Political Directors and senior diplomatic officials in Rome on October 1, 2026.
Coalition partners congratulated Iraq and Syria on the success of Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) in degrading ISIS/Daesh. The ending of OIR's mandate in Iraq represents true victory of the collective effortsof the Coalition and the resolve of the Iraqi government to continue its responsibility to ensure the group cannot regenerate. In Syria, we celebrate the Coalition having a partner in Damascus that recognizes the ISIS/Daesh threat and is determined to work with the Coalition to diminish it. Lasting security in both countries will depend on strengthening inclusive, sovereign state institutions capable of representing and protecting all communities who can equally partake in their country's future.
Participants reaffirmed the Coalition's role as a tool for strengthening Iraq and Syria's stability and that international support should focus on enhancing both countries' abilities to develop their capacity to target ISIS/Daesh and to prevent the grievances and divisions that ISIS/Daesh has historically exploited. Coalition members expressed their readiness to work closely with the Syrian and Iraqi governments to accomplish this and announced commitments totaling more than 75 million dollars towards supporting Syrian counterterrorism needs, and increasing detention capacity, sustaining health and sanitation services, and supporting displaced and detained populations for both Iraq and Syria.
The Government of Syria highlighted key counterterrorism priorities and gaps for international support and Iraq reaffirmed its ongoing leadership to defeat ISIS/Daesh.
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Original text here: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/10/ad-hoc-coalition-to-defeat-isis-meeting-on-iraq-and-syria/
Secretary of State Rubio Issues Statement on Germany National Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Germany National Day
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
October 3, 2026
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the German people as you mark the 36th anniversary of German Unity on October 3.
The peaceful reunification of Germany in 1990 stands as one of the defining triumphs of the modern era -- a testament to the courage of Germans who never wavered in their pursuit of freedom. That legacy continues to anchor the enduring partnership between our two nations.
This year,
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Germany National Day
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
October 3, 2026
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the German people as you mark the 36th anniversary of German Unity on October 3.
The peaceful reunification of Germany in 1990 stands as one of the defining triumphs of the modern era -- a testament to the courage of Germans who never wavered in their pursuit of freedom. That legacy continues to anchor the enduring partnership between our two nations.
This year,as the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its independence, we are reminded of how deeply intertwined our histories have become. Generations of Americans and Germans have helped shape each other's nations, which today remain bound by strong shared interests. We additionally welcome Germany's continued investment in its defense capabilities, a reflection of the clear-eyed understanding that peace and sovereignty must be safeguarded, not assumed.
As we look ahead, the United States reaffirms its commitment to working alongside Germany in pursuit of a safer, stronger, and more prosperous future for both our peoples.
Congratulations again to the Federal Republic of Germany and to all the German people on your National Day of Unity.
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Original text here: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/10/germany-national-day-2/
President Trump Issues Statement on National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- President Trump issued the following statement on Oct. 2, 2026, on National Cybersecurity Awareness Month:
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In an age of rapid digital advancement, cyberspace has emerged as the new frontier of American innovation, prosperity, and strength. As new technologies open doors to discovery and opportunity that were once unimaginable, a secure cyberspace is essential to ensuring that America continues to lead the world in finance, military power, emerging technology, and manufacturing. During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, my Administration reaffirms our dedication
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- President Trump issued the following statement on Oct. 2, 2026, on National Cybersecurity Awareness Month:
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In an age of rapid digital advancement, cyberspace has emerged as the new frontier of American innovation, prosperity, and strength. As new technologies open doors to discovery and opportunity that were once unimaginable, a secure cyberspace is essential to ensuring that America continues to lead the world in finance, military power, emerging technology, and manufacturing. During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, my Administration reaffirms our dedicationto bolstering our Nation's cybersecurity, protecting the American People, and unleashing the Golden Age of Cyberspace.
Every American relies on the digital world for information, economic opportunity, and the simple routines of daily life. Freedom and security in cyberspace, however, can never be taken for granted. For too long, adversaries and cybercriminals exploited our connected way of life to target our citizens, communities, and businesses without consequence. My Administration has put an end to this era of weakness.
As President, I signed an Executive Order to combat cybercrime, fraud, and predatory schemes and stop foreign criminal networks from preying on vulnerable Americans. In March, I released my Cyber Strategy for America--a bold vision for the future of American cybersecurity and innovation. My Administration is already putting this strategy into action through the creation of "GOLD EAGLE," a partnership between the Federal Government and leading American companies to harness the power of American Super Intelligence to identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities at rapid speed and stay ahead of our adversaries, defend the American People from emerging threats, and safeguard the critical infrastructure vital to our national security and global competitiveness.
As we secure America's digital future, we are also preparing the next generation to lead it. Through First Lady Melania Trump's leadership on the Presidential Super Intelligence Challenge, we have inspired young Americans to embrace emerging technologies, develop new skills, and find solutions to challenges in their own communities. The First Lady's Fostering the Future Together initiative also continues to empower students, parents, and educators to learn, grow, and thrive through the safe and innovative use of advanced technology. This month, I encourage every American to do their own part to stay safe online by creating strong passwords, keeping software up to date, and remaining vigilant against scams. Together, we can strengthen our Nation's cybersecurity, safeguard the technologies that power our daily lives, and secure America's place as the leader in the world's digital age.
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Original text here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2026/10/presidential-message-on-national-cybersecurity-awareness-month/
FDA Recall Notice: WinCo Foods of Boise, ID is Recalling the Following Salsa Bean Dip Trays Due to the Inclusion of Recalled Peperoncini From G.L. Mezzetta
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice:
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WinCo Foods of Boise, ID is Recalling the Following Salsa Bean Dip Trays Due to the Inclusion of Recalled Peperoncini from G.L. Mezzetta
Summary
Company Announcement Date: October 01, 2026
FDA Publish Date: October 02, 2026
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Potential pest inclusion
Company Name: WinCo Foods LLC
Brand Name: WinCo Foods
Product Description: Salsa Bean Dip
Company Announcement
October 1, 2026 - WinCo Foods of
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice:
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WinCo Foods of Boise, ID is Recalling the Following Salsa Bean Dip Trays Due to the Inclusion of Recalled Peperoncini from G.L. Mezzetta
Summary
Company Announcement Date: October 01, 2026
FDA Publish Date: October 02, 2026
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Potential pest inclusion
Company Name: WinCo Foods LLC
Brand Name: WinCo Foods
Product Description: Salsa Bean Dip
Company Announcement
October 1, 2026 - WinCo Foods ofBoise, ID is recalling the following Salsa Bean Dip Trays due to the inclusion of recalled peperoncini from G.L. Mezzetta.
1. WinCo Foods Salsa Bean Dip Tray Express with UPC 2-67173-#####, with a net weight of 54oz.
2. WinCo Foods Salsa Bean Dip Tray, 16 Inch Catering Tray(by special order only) with UPC 2-67240-##### with a net weight of 104oz.
The affected peperoncini may have been used as an ingredient on the bean dip trays with "Best If Used By" dates of Aug. 14, 2026 through Sept. 25, 2026.
Product was distributed in WinCo Foods retail stores in AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, and WA.
WinCo Foods was notified by G.L. Mezzetta that a single lot of their Golden Greek Peperoncini has been recalled due to potential pest inclusion due to a video from another grocery chain circulating on social media. Peperoncini are used as an ingredient in the WinCo Foods Salsa Bean Dip Trays.
WinCo Foods did not have or use any product with evidence of pests included in the jar, nor has the company received any complaints regarding potential pests or illness related to the bean dip trays to date.
As these products are ready-made deli-type items with a short shelf life, product is not expected to still be in consumers' homes, and all product that may have been made using peperoncini was removed from retail stores.
While no pests were observed during the production of the bean dip trays, nor have there been any complaints, WinCo Foods has initiated this recall with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration, with transparency for our customers and food safety in mind.
Consumers with questions or concerns are welcome to contact the WinCo Foods Customer Service Desk at 1-800-824-1706, or online through the WinCo Foods Customer Service Contact Us form.
Consumer Contact Information:
WinCo Foods Customer Service Desk
Phone number: 1-800-824-1706
Website: WinCo Foods - Contact Us OnlineExternal Link Disclaimer
G.L. Mezzetta Consumer Contact Information: CustomerSupport@Mezzetta.com
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Original text here: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/winco-foods-boise-id-recalling-following-salsa-bean-dip-trays-due-inclusion-recalled-peperoncini-gl
Bureau of Transportation Statistics: September 2026 U.S. Transportation Sector Unemployment Rises Above the September 2025 Level
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Bureau of Transportation Statistics issued the following news:
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September 2026 U.S. Transportation Sector Unemployment (4.7%) Rises Above the September 2025 Level (4.3%)
October 2, 2026
The unemployment rate in the U.S. transportation sector was 4.7% (not seasonally adjusted) in September 2026 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). These data have been updated on the Bureau of Transportation Statistics' (BTS) Unemployment in Transportation dashboard. In September 2026, the transportation sector unemployment rate rose
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Bureau of Transportation Statistics issued the following news:
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September 2026 U.S. Transportation Sector Unemployment (4.7%) Rises Above the September 2025 Level (4.3%)
October 2, 2026
The unemployment rate in the U.S. transportation sector was 4.7% (not seasonally adjusted) in September 2026 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). These data have been updated on the Bureau of Transportation Statistics' (BTS) Unemployment in Transportation dashboard. In September 2026, the transportation sector unemployment rate rose0.4 percentage points from 4.3% in September 2025. Unemployment in the transportation sector reached its highest level during the COVID-19 pandemic (15.7%) in May 2020 and July 2020.
Unemployment in the transportation sector was higher than the overall unemployment. BLS reports that the U.S. unemployment rate, not seasonally adjusted, in September 2026 was 4.0% or 0.7 percentage points below the transportation sector rate. Seasonally adjusted, the U.S. unemployment rate in September 2026 was 4.2%.
Seasonally adjusted, employment in the transportation and warehousing sector rose to 6,608,700 in September 2026 -- up 0.1% from the previous month but down 0.1% from September 2025. By mode (seasonally adjusted):
* Air transportation rose to 568,500 in September 2026 -- up 0.2% from the previous month but down 0.3% from September 2025.
* Truck transportation rose to 1,473,100 in September 2026 -- up 0.2% from the previous month and up 0.1% from September 2025.
* Transit and ground passenger transportation rose to 500,800 in September 2026 -- up 0.6% from the previous month and up 2.3% from September 2025.
* Rail transportation fell to 148,900 in September 2026 -- down 0.2% from the
previous month and down 3.1% from September 2025.
* Water transportation rose to 70,900 in September 2026 -- up 0.3% from the previous month and up 0.1% from September 2025.
* Pipeline transportation fell to 56,600 in September 2026 -- down 0.4% from the previous month but up 0.2% from September 2025.
* Warehousing and storage fell to 1,831,800 in September 2026 -- down 0.2% from the previous month and down 1.2% from September 2025.
Charts updated this month by section include:
Unemployment in the Transportation and Warehousing Sector and in Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
* Total Unemployment in Transportation
Monthly Employment in the Transportation and Warehousing Sector, Establishment Data
* Monthly Employment in the Transportation and Warehousing Sector
* Monthly Employment in the Transportation and Warehousing Sector by Mode
Visit Transportation Economic Trends for more topics.
The unemployment rate is the total number of unemployed persons, expressed as a percentage of the civilian labor force. The civilian labor force includes all persons aged 16 and older who are employed and unemployed; meaning they are either currently working or actively looking for work. Unemployed persons include those who actively sought a job within the last four weeks. People waiting to start a new job who have not actively sought a job in the last four weeks are not counted as employed or unemployed; they are considered to be out of the labor force.
An unemployed person's industry is the industry for the last job they held in the workforce, which may or may not reflect their current job search field or industry.
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Original text here: https://www.bts.gov/newsroom/september-2026-us-transportation-sector-unemployment-47-rises-above-september-2025-level
