RNC Statement on Republican States Leading December State Jobs Report

16 of the top 20 states for jobs recovered since the pandemic began are led by Republican governors, as are 16 of the top 20 states with the lowest unemployment rates.

WASHINGTON - Today, Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel released the following statement on the December state jobs numbers, confirming Republican-led states continue to lead the economic recovery: 

“Republican governors and legislatures deliver results, while Biden and Democrat governors are leaving Americans behind. Despite Biden’s reckless spending, skyrocketing prices, and forced mandates, Republican commitments to commonsense, conservative economic polices are leading the way."

Key Takeaways:

• 16 of the top 20 states for jobs recovered since the coronavirus pandemic began are led by Republican governors, and 18 of the top 20 states have Republican-controlled legislatures.
  • The top nine states for jobs recovered are all led by Republicans.
• Out of the top 20 states with the lowest unemployment rates.
• 16 are led by Republican governors and 17 have Republican-controlled legislatures.
• The top ten states with the lowest unemployment rates are all led by Republicans.
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