The U.S. adds 172,000 jobs. Many are in restaurants, bars and hotels
Restaurants and bars added 48,000 jobs in May, contributing to a solid month of employment gains. Local government and healthcare were also hiring last month. Brandon Bell/Getty Images hide caption
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Restaurants and bars added 48,000 jobs in May, contributing to a solid month of employment gains. Local government and healthcare were also hiring las