Trump has a go-to playbook if the numbers reveal uncomfortable realities, and that’s to discredit or conceal the figures and to attack the messenger — all of which can hurt the president’s efforts to convince the world that America is getting stronger.

Hochul opens door to disbanding New York’s independent redistricting commission Asked whether New York’s independent redistricting commission should be disbanded or changed in some way, Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) said “yes” and said she was exploring options to redraw New York’s congressional map as soon as possible.

Trump removed the head of the agency producing monthly jobs figures after a report showed hiring slowed in July and was weak in May and June.