Construction Industry Decline

Construction spending fell in June, leading to a decline in the construction industry. Residential and nonresidential sectors both experienced decreases in spending. Government spending also decreased. Despite the decline, the construction sector has added 235,000 jobs over the past year.

Racial Discrimination in Construction Industry during Bridge Reconstruction

President Biden is facing pressure to address racial discrimination against Black workers in the construction industry during the reconstruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The project may be complicated by demands for racial justice, treatment of immigrants, climate change, and wealth redistribution.