According to The Kobeissi Letter, new unemployment claims in the US increased by 22,000 last week, reaching a total of 242,000. This number remains relatively low historically. However, a notable surge of 26% in unemployment claims was observed in Washington, DC, attributed to layoffs within the DOGE sector. Traders may want to monitor DOGE-related developments closely, as regional employment trends can influence market sentiment and asset valuations.