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The Skilled Labor Shortage Crisis | Raleigh News
The U.S. faces a critical shortage of skilled trades workers—electricians, welders, shipbuilders—needed to keep vital industries running. With 27% of the current workforce over 55 and no clear pipeline to replace them, companies across sectors are struggling. Once dismissed as less prestigious, hands-on trades are now a smart, debt-free path to six-figure careers—especially as AI reshapes white-collar work. JPMorgan’s $24M investment is fueling new manufacturing and workforce training to fix the gap, proving skilled trades aren’t just essential—they’re a booming, patriotic career choice…
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