AI Hiring Shake-Up: A new study says AI screening tools used by most U.S. employers can systematically reject Black and Asian applicants, effectively shrinking the entry-level job market. Workforce Fraud Crackdown: The U.S. Labor nominee says states should “verify first and pay later,” pushing a new unemployment fraud database to stop improper payments. Veterans Hiring Push: CBP is recruiting nationwide and will host a July 23 virtual event for veterans and military spouses, highlighting training, pay incentives, and benefits. Skilled Trades Demand: JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon argues the U.S. needs hundreds of thousands of electricians and welders, with six-figure pay possible without a four-year degree. Young Grads Hit Hard: The Fed-linked St. Louis research points to a “low-hire” labor market driving rising unemployment for recent college grads. Regional Job Growth: South Carolina’s SteelFab plans a $39M expansion creating 108 jobs, while Detpack USA adds 50 jobs in Spartanburg. Market Mood: Chip and AI stock weakness dragged indexes lower as investors questioned AI spending sustainability. Immigration & Jobs: H-1B uncertainty is pushing some immigrant tech talent to other countries, with registrations down sharply.