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05.06.202612:30:00UTC+00U.S. Government Payrolls Rebound Sharply in May, Adding 52,000 Jobs

U.S. government payrolls posted a strong rebound in May 2026, adding 52,000 jobs and reversing the decline seen a month earlier. The latest figures, updated on 5 June 2026, mark a notable turnaround from April 2026, when government employment contracted by 8,000 positions.

The swing from negative to solid positive growth suggests a renewed expansion in public-sector hiring after a brief setback. While the details behind the shift were not disclosed, the May increase indicates that government employment is once again contributing to overall labor market gains in the United States. Investors and policymakers are likely to watch upcoming reports closely to assess whether this rebound signals a sustained trend in public-sector job creation.

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