President Donald Trump Says ‘100 Percent’ of New Jobs Under His Administration Are in the Private Sector
📅 25 February 2026
✍️ Editor: Sudhir Choudhary, The Vagabond News
President Highlights Private-Sector Employment Growth
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that “100 percent of all jobs created under my administration have been in the private sector,” framing the claim as evidence of what he described as strong economic performance ahead of his State of the Union address.
The remark was delivered during public comments previewing key themes of the annual speech to a joint session of the United States Congress.
The White House did not immediately release a detailed breakdown accompanying the statement, though administration officials have repeatedly emphasized private-sector hiring trends in recent months.
Federal Employment Data
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), total nonfarm payroll employment includes both private-sector jobs and public-sector employment at federal, state, and local levels. Monthly employment reports distinguish between private payrolls and government payrolls.
Recent BLS data show growth in private-sector categories such as construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services. Government employment figures are reported separately and can fluctuate based on hiring at state and local agencies, public schools, and federal departments.
Economists note that verifying a “100 percent” private-sector claim requires examining net changes across all sectors during a defined timeframe. In some reporting periods, government employment has remained flat or declined, while private payrolls have increased. In others, public-sector hiring has also contributed to net gains.
The administration has not specified the precise period referenced in the president’s statement.
Economic Context and Policy Focus
President Donald Trump has consistently emphasized deregulation, tax policy, and domestic investment as drivers of private-sector job creation. The White House has cited business formation data and announced factory expansions as indicators of economic strength.
The U.S. Census Bureau’s Business Formation Statistics show sustained levels of new business applications in recent years. Industry groups, including manufacturing and construction associations, have reported steady hiring demand tied to infrastructure and private capital investment.
Labor economists caution that employment figures are influenced by broader economic variables, including interest rates, consumer demand, and global trade conditions. They note that government hiring — particularly at state and local levels — often responds to budget cycles and public service needs.
Verification and Ongoing Reporting
The BLS will release its next monthly employment situation summary in early March, providing updated figures on both private and public-sector payroll changes.
As with many presidential economic claims, independent analysts are expected to compare the statement against official labor statistics to determine whether the assertion reflects cumulative net gains, a specific reporting window, or a broader trend.
The White House has not issued further clarification on the methodology used to calculate the “100 percent” figure cited in the president’s remarks.
Conclusion
President Donald Trump’s statement that all jobs created under his administration have been in the private sector places renewed focus on the composition of recent employment gains. Federal labor data confirm continued private-sector growth in multiple industries, though a full assessment of the claim depends on the specific timeframe and net government employment figures referenced. Updated federal data in the coming weeks will provide additional clarity.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Summary, February 2026
- U.S. Census Bureau Business Formation Statistics
- Public remarks by President Donald Trump, 25 February 2026
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