Florida Jobs Grow at Three Times US Rate, Report Shows

Florida Jobs Grow at Three Times US Rate, Report Shows
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Jobs in Florida are growing much faster than the national rate, according to a September employment report.

The office of  Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) estimated the job growth at three times that of the nation. Florida has recorded 17 months of continued private-sector job growth.