Trump Vows to Create Conditions to Trigger America’s ‘Manufacturing Renaissance’

At a campaign rally in Savannah, Georgia, former President Donald Trump vowed to “take other countries’ jobs” if he returns to the White House. He outlined his economic plan, which includes slashing taxes, lowering energy costs, and reducing regulations for manufacturers that produce goods in the U.S. Trump promised a “manufacturing renaissance” and reiterated his pledge to penalize American companies that manufacture abroad, proposing tariffs on foreign-made goods to protect U.S. industries.

Trump’s plan includes creating special federal zones with ultra-low taxes and regulations to encourage companies to relocate to the U.S. He also pledged to appoint a “manufacturing ambassador” to convince international companies to move operations to American soil. During his speech, Trump emphasized that under his leadership, foreign nations would be worried about losing jobs to the U.S., flipping the current narrative of outsourcing.

He also attacked Vice President Kamala Harris, calling her “grossly incompetent” and accusing her of trying to “deindustrialize the United States.” Harris, in response, has focused on rolling out her own economic proposals, including tax breaks for first-time home buyers and a ban on grocery “price-gouging.” Harris is expected to give a major speech in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she will outline her economic agenda further.

Polls indicate that economic concerns are a top priority for voters, and Trump is currently leading Harris on that front.

No surprise there.

A CBS News/YouGov poll showed that 53% of voters who prioritize the economy favor Trump, while 47% support Harris. However, Harris has gained ground since August, when only 43% of these voters backed her.

Trump also recounted other topics during his Georgia speech, including two recent assassination attempts, one at a Pennsylvania rally in July and another in Florida this month. He praised the U.S. Secret Service for its protection, though the agency has faced scrutiny in recent months. As both candidates ramp up their efforts in critical swing states like Georgia and Pennsylvania, the economy is likely to remain at the forefront of the 2024 campaign.