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U.S. Trade Chief Highlights Commitment to Manufacturing Growth

4/12/2026

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U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated the administration remains committed to tariffs and industrial policies during a tour in Ohio.
He said manufacturing is rebounding despite energy prices and 3.3% inflation in March, citing disruptions from the Middle East War.
Greer cited Whirlpool's $60 million Ohio factory as evidence of growth.
Greer asserted trade policies aim to create jobs and raise wages, saying, "We’re dedicated to American manufacturing."

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U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated the administration remains committed to tariffs and industrial policies during a tour in Ohio.
He said manufacturing is rebounding despite energy prices and 3.3% inflation in March, citing disruptions from the Middle East War.
Greer cited Whirlpool's $60 million Ohio factory as evidence of growth.
Greer asserted trade policies aim to create jobs and raise wages, saying, "We’re dedicated to American manufacturing."