America’s War Machine Runs on Rare-Earth Magnets. China Owns That Market
The American war machine depends on tiny bits of metal, some as small as dimes. Rare-earth magnets are needed for F-35 jet fighters, missile-guidance systems, Predator drones and nuclear submarines….
High tariffs are keeping affordable Chinese-made EVs out of the U.S. for now
INSKEEP: OK. So why could I not buy one of those cars here if I wanted to? DOMONOSKE: Well, mostly because the federal government is keeping them out on purpose….
Kittle’s Furniture looks to the future – uses Kenworth K270E battery-electric cabover
“We take special pride in working with Palmer and Kenworth,” said Kittle’s Easter. “Our company firmly believes in ‘shop local’ and ‘buy American.’ More than 70% of all the items…
INTEL INSIDE OHIO
This is Ohio One, a future “mega fab”—or factory—being built by Intel Corp. The company has committed $28 billion to build a fab that, if all goes well, will be able to…
Veterans Hospitals Ban Use Of China-Made Syringes Due To Safety Issues
The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) banned the use of plastic syringes made in China on April 23 due to safety concerns, ahead of a warning letter dated April 24 to…
Industry advocacy efforts keep textile business in the U.S.
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and other government agencies use many products made from specialty fabrics. They include military uniforms, straps, netting, tents and vehicle covers. High-quality fabrics are…
Williams-Sonoma to Pay $3.2M for Violating FTC’s ‘Made in USA’ Order
Home products retailer Williams-Sonoma will have to pay almost $3.2 million for violating a Federal Trade Commission “Made in USA” order. Williams-Sonoma was charged with advertising multiple products as being…
First Nokia Buy America-Compliant products roll off Sanmina manufacturing line
Nokia today announced that the first Buy America-compliant products have rolled off the Sanmina manufacturing line. After announcing its plans with Sanmina, Nokia was able to deliver on its commitment…
JD Sports to buy US rival Hibbett in $1.08 billion sportswear retail deal
JD Sports Fashion has proposed to buy American athletic fashion retailer Hibbett Inc., as Britain’s biggest sportswear retailer looks to expand across the southeastern U.S. It already owns Shoe Palace,…