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Congresswoman Slams Trump's Funding Freeze, Threatens Ohio Jobs

12/12/2025

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Congresswoman Shontel M. Brown criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to pause federal funding for Ohio's Manufacturing Extension Partnership, citing potential job losses and economic harm tied to the audit.
The funding freeze threatens MAGNET with a $5.9 million gap.
MAGNET's CEO Ethan Karp warned of transparency issues and impact on small manufacturers.
Local industry leaders call for funding restoration amid ongoing economic challenges.

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Congresswoman Shontel M. Brown criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to pause federal funding for Ohio's Manufacturing Extension Partnership, citing potential job losses and economic harm tied to the audit.
The funding freeze threatens MAGNET with a $5.9 million gap.
MAGNET's CEO Ethan Karp warned of transparency issues and impact on small manufacturers.
Local industry leaders call for funding restoration amid ongoing economic challenges.