The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), which provides vital employment and inflation information, is struggling with significant leadership vacancies. A third of its senior positions remain unfilled, adding to the challenges faced by the agency. While an interim director has been appointed, several critical roles overseeing statistics and regional operations are still vacant. Sources indicate that many long-term employees have accepted delayed resignation offers from the Trump administration in recent months, contributing to the staffing gap. This situation leaves the agency, which employs approximately 2,000 career staff, particularly vulnerable after President Trump dismissed the bureau’s director last month. With a federal hiring freeze now in effect until October 15th, it remains unclear whether lower-level positions responsible for data collection and analysis will be filled promptly.