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Tariffs Boost Manufacturing Amid Decline in U.S. Jobs

4/16/2026

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Greer Advocates Tariffs

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlighted tariffs' benefits during a tour of Ohio and Michigan manufacturers, saying tariffs give U.S. companies a competitive edge.
Whirlpool announced a $60 million investment to expand manufacturing capacity and create 150 jobs.
Since U.S. President Donald Trump returned to office, U.S. manufacturing jobs declined from 12.67 million to 12.59 million.
Greer noted ongoing Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement negotiations, with tariffs as a key topic.

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Trump Store Profits

In the first 14 months of U.S. President Donald Trump's second term, the Trump Store launched 600 products totaling nearly $43,000.
The store earned about $8.8 million in 2024, more than double its 2023 earnings.
Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) say this reflects unprecedented profit from the presidency.
The White House denies claims that U.S. President Donald Trump profits from the presidency, asserting integrity and transparency.

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Greer Advocates Tariffs

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlighted tariffs' benefits during a tour of Ohio and Michigan manufacturers, saying tariffs give U.S. companies a competitive edge.
Whirlpool announced a $60 million investment to expand manufacturing capacity and create 150 jobs.
Since U.S. President Donald Trump returned to office, U.S. manufacturing jobs declined from 12.67 million to 12.59 million.
Greer noted ongoing Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement negotiations, with tariffs as a key topic.

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