News 12's Elizabeth Hashagen was joined by economic experts Russell Weaver and Martin Cantor to discuss the economy and answer viewers' questions.
The U.S. unemployment rate fell to 13.3% in May from 14.7%, and 2.5 million jobs were added - a surprisingly positive reading in the midst of a recession that has paralyzed the economy in the wake of the viral pandemic.
MORE: 9 tips on filing for unemployment
The May job gain suggests that businesses have quickly been recalling workers as states have reopened their economies.
The May job gain suggests that businesses have quickly been recalling workers as states have reopened their economies.
More from News 12
0:32
Body found inside car in Spring Valley
2:07
STORM WATCH: Snow tonight through Sunday morning in the Hudson Valley
0:40
Man and dog rescued from ravine in Somers
1:47
Witness video shows road-rage shooting involving off-duty Kingston police officer in Wawayanda
1:43
Dogs rescued from kennel fire in Bedford
2:41
