Republican Senator Jerry Moran from Kansas has taken direct action in response to a threat from President Donald Trump’s administration regarding Canada’s Bombardier. Trump threatened to prohibit Bombardier from selling aircraft in the U.S. unless they manufacture domestically.
Moran communicated on X on Monday about reaching out to the administration. He emphasized Bombardier’s key role in Kansas and the significance of its operations in Wichita for the state’s workforce and supply chain. Moran stated, “I will continue working to ensure that Bombardier’s manufacturing operations not only remain in Kansas but also expand to create more American jobs. Kansas offers a skilled workforce, making it attractive for aircraft and defense manufacturing.”
Trump’s threat emerged as Canada prepared to impose tariffs on approximately $20 billion of U.S. goods, effective Tuesday. This action follows a fallout in trade negotiations between the two nations in August. Trump commented on Truth Social, expressing dissatisfaction with Bombardier products and urging for domestic production, saying, “NO MORE SELLING BOMBARDIER IN THE UNITED STATES! Their products aren’t good enough!”
In response, Bombardier released a statement on its website highlighting its contribution to the American aerospace industry. The company creates thousands of jobs across the U.S. and constructs aircraft with American-made components from key suppliers. Bombardier’s workforce spans several states, including Kansas and employs directly in over 20 states.
The company mentioned its supply chain comprises about 2,800 American companies across 47 states. Annually, it spends over $2.5 billion on suppliers in the U.S. Bombardier expressed appreciation for its partnership with American firms and its workforce, committing to ongoing investment in its people, customers, and communities nationwide.
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