Gen Z is working hard, but the economy is putting the American dream out of reach for many

Gen Z is working hard but faces economic barriers to achieving the American dream, including high housing costs, elevated interest rates, and stagnant wages. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt initially attributed Gen Z frustrations to 'laziness' but later clarified her comments were about political ideologies, not a generalization. Economists highlight a challenging economic environment for young adults, with labor participation rates near historic highs despite these challenges.