Trump may appoint a BLS critic as the new director, with Anthony from the Heritage Foundation being a popular candidate.

[Block Rhythm] On August 11, according to The Wall Street Journal, E.J. Antony, chief economist of the conservative think tank Heritage Foundation, is a leading candidate for the Director of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). According to a senior government official, the Trump administration is interviewing candidates for the BLS director position, including at least one individual who has long criticized the agency. Earlier this month, Trump dismissed the BLS director following a weak employment report, and officials are currently weighing potential successors.

E.J. Antony, who accepted the interview as the chief economist of the Heritage Foundation, has long questioned the agency's employment data statistical methods. A White House spokesperson stated, "President Trump has selected the best talent to lead the federal government and will announce the new BLS director after making a decision." Reports indicate that the White House's consideration of appointing a well-known critic suggests that Trump plans to implement significant reforms to the agency.