US Jobs Report: The U.S. added 162,000 jobs in August and kept unemployment at 4.1%, with big gains in local government education and food services, while information and financial activities shed jobs—prompting fresh debate over how long the labor rebound can last. Fed Politics: President Trump again urged the Federal Reserve to cut rates after the strong jobs print, while markets priced in higher rate-hike odds. Volkswagen Restructuring: VW’s works council pushed back on the “50,000 cuts” framing, saying it’s a planning assumption tied to a 9% margin target by 2030 and that compulsory layoffs are ruled out through 2030 under existing agreements. Uber Workforce Cuts: Uber is cutting 10% of its corporate global workforce, including 93 roles in Washington state, as it streamlines teams and shifts investment priorities. AI Talent Demand: In China, embodied AI job postings reportedly jumped 6–7x year-on-year, but pay still lags large-model roles—signaling a talent race without the same salary surge. Employee Ownership Push: New Jersey expanded support for small businesses converting to employee ownership, creating a transition program and a revolving loan fund. Labor Rights Watch: New York City’s comptroller highlighted major labor violations ahead of Labor Day, with Starbucks topping its employer violations dashboard. Local Hiring & Community: Cedar Crossing Casino plans a Sept. 9 job fair to fill 350 positions ahead of its November opening.