PROTECTING AMERICAN CONSUMERS AND MANUFACTURERS: Today, President Donald J. Trump took a decisive step by signing an Executive Order aimed at tackling deceptive “Made in America” claims from foreign manufacturers and sellers. This initiative is designed to provide American consumers with transparent and accurate information while bolstering the businesses that genuinely produce goods within the United States.
- The Order mandates that the Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) intensify enforcement actions against sellers and manufacturers who falsely assert their products are “Made in America” or make similar misleading claims, in violation of existing laws.
- The Order instructs all agencies responsible for country-of-origin labeling, in collaboration with the FTC Chairman, to explore new regulations and consistent guidance that encourage voluntary country-of-origin labeling for products manufactured in the United States.
- The Order requires agencies overseeing government procurement to regularly assess and validate American-origin claims for products sold to the Federal government, eliminating inaccurately represented products from purchase lists and referring offenders to the Department of Justice for False Claims Act actions.
STOPPING FRAUDULENT AMERICAN-ORIGIN CLAIMS: With this move, President Trump asserts his commitment to prioritizing American interests, ensuring that consumers can trust “Made in America” claims while protecting U.S. manufacturers from the dilution of their branding by deceptive foreign competitors.
- In today’s digital marketplace, foreign manufacturers are increasingly presenting their products as American-made to appeal to patriotic consumers. This practice undermines American businesses that genuinely invest in domestic manufacturing, depriving them of the competitive edge they deserve.
- Many American consumers heavily rely on “Made in America” claims during their purchasing decisions; however, numerous products marketed as such do not genuinely meet the standards for substantial domestic production.
- Authentic American-made businesses, which invest in domestic jobs, communities, and production, deserve uncompromised branding benefits and protection against unfair competition from fraudsters.
- This Executive Order reinforces the notion that “Made in America” signifies more than just a label; it embodies a commitment to integrity.
DELIVERING ON AMERICA FIRST: President Trump continues to honor his pledge to prioritize American interests.
- During his first term, he enacted several Executive Orders promoting the principles of “Buy American and Hire American.”
- Upon his return to office, President Trump reaffirmed his America First Trade Policy to revitalize the U.S. economy.
- He has attracted trillions in private and foreign investments to restore jobs and manufacturing to American soil.
- Utilizing Section 232 tariffs, he has taken steps to safeguard national security and fortify essential manufacturing sectors, including steel, aluminum, copper, and automobiles.
- He has instructed his Administration to aggressively pursue trade agreements that prevent foreign nations from exploiting the system and undermining U.S. producers.
- President Trump has initiated numerous Executive Actions aimed at enhancing mining, manufacturing, and domestic investment by streamlining regulations and reducing bureaucratic obstacles.
