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Despite predictions of a weakening job market due to President Trump's trade policies and immigration crackdown, April's job growth is expected to be healthy, though lower than March's. Economists forecast around 135,000 jobs added, with the unemployment rate remaining at 4.2%. However, concerns remain about future job losses due to tariffs, reduced government employment, and slower immigration. Some economists predict a significant slowdown in job growth in the coming months, with the unemployment rate potentially reaching 5% by 2025. Recent data, including ADP's report of only 62,000 jobs added and a rise in unemployment claims, supports these concerns.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.