(NPR) As America Struggles To Return To Work, Staggering Unemployment Numbers Loom

As America Struggles To Return To Work, Staggering Unemployment Numbers Loom

A store is set for closing in St. Charles, Mo. Friday's U.S. unemployment report for May is expected to show the highest jobless rate since the Great Depression.



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As America Struggles To Return To Work, Staggering Unemployment Numbers Loom

Friday's labor report is expected to show millions of job cuts and unemployment of around 20% — its highest in more than 80 years. The pandemic will make getting back to work difficult for many.