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Trump Pressures Apple to Keep Manufacturing in U.S.

5/16/2025

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In a pivotal March 2019 meeting, President Donald Trump passionately urged Apple CEO Tim Cook to reconsider plans for production in India, fearing a shift away from China. He reinforced his commitment to Apple's $500 billion U.S. investment while acknowledging the company's intentions to ramp up iPhone manufacturing in India.

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In a pivotal March 2019 meeting, President Donald Trump passionately urged Apple CEO Tim Cook to reconsider plans for production in India, fearing a shift away from China. He reinforced his commitment to Apple's $500 billion U.S. investment while acknowledging the company's intentions to ramp up iPhone manufacturing in India.