Apple is making its largest-ever investment in the U.S., pledging $500 billion over four years as President Donald Trump’s policies encourage companies to bring jobs and manufacturing stateside.
The announcement includes a new 250,000-square-foot AI server facility in Texas, a critical shift for Apple, which has historically relied on overseas assembly. The factory will be built in partnership with Foxconn and is expected to create thousands of jobs.
Excellent to hear. I’ve been an Apple customer for several decades. I’ve been questioning that recently. Let’s stop talking and let’s getting moving in America.
— Starvin' the Beast (@StarvintheBeast) February 24, 2025
Apple CEO Tim Cook met with Trump last week as the company faces new tariffs on Chinese-made products. With 10% tariffs now in place, Apple is expanding its U.S. operations to avoid added costs and strengthen its American supply chain.
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✅ 20k new jobs
🏭 Houston-based AI manufacturing
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As part of its investment, Apple is increasing its Advanced Manufacturing Fund to $10 billion, with a major focus on semiconductor production at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.’s Arizona plant. This follows Trump’s first-term initiative to expand domestic chip manufacturing.
Apple will also add 20,000 research jobs focused on AI, software development and custom silicon. To further support American manufacturing, the company is launching a training academy in Michigan, helping small businesses integrate AI-driven production methods.
This shift mirrors a larger trend, with companies moving from California to Texas due to friendlier business policies. Apple’s decision reflects Trump’s success in driving American businesses to invest domestically.
