Former President Donald Trump has nominated EJ Antoni, a conservative economist from the Heritage Foundation, to serve as the new head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This appointment follows the dismissal of the previous commissioner, which occurred amid concerns over recent job reports. Antoni, known for his critical stance on the agency, has been characterized as a controversial choice, with some analysts questioning his qualifications. Trump has indicated that this nomination aims to bring transparency and accuracy to labor statistics, while also asserting his influence over economic data management.