Stellantis Announces Reopening of Plant in Illinois and Production of New Durango Trucks in Detroit
President Trump’s impact on American jobs and manufacturing is already being felt just three days into his presidency. Stellantis, one of the major automakers, has made a significant announcement regarding the reopening of a plant in Illinois that will produce new Durango trucks in Detroit.
This move is a clear indication of the positive influence a leader who prioritizes American jobs and domestic production can have on the economy. It also serves as a reminder of why many American union members supported Trump in the 2024 election, despite union leaders endorsing Kamala Harris.
The decision to reopen the plant in Illinois and start production of Durango trucks in Detroit is a direct response to the Trump administration’s focus on promoting American manufacturing. Stellantis North America COO Antonio Filosa confirmed that the company’s chairman, John Elkann, met with Trump before his inauguration and recognized the president’s commitment to growing jobs and the US economy.
In a letter to employees, Filosa outlined Stellantis’ plans for a multi-billion-dollar investment in the US, including the production of a new midsize pickup truck at the Belvidere assembly plant in Illinois. This move will bring back approximately 1,500 UAW members to work, reversing a previous decision to end production at the plant.
President Trump’s leadership is already yielding results, with Stellantis bringing jobs back to Illinois and investing in Detroit, Ohio, and Indiana. The White House has highlighted this manufacturing revival as a sign of the “Golden Age” of American industry.
As we look ahead to the future, it is clear that there is much more to come in terms of job creation and economic growth under the Trump administration. The reopening of the plant in Illinois and the production of new Durango trucks in Detroit are just the beginning of a new era of American manufacturing.
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