President Donald Trump is heading to Pittsburgh. He plans to celebrate a big deal. This deal involves Japan’s Nippon Steel buying US Steel. Trump once called this deal a disaster. Now, he supports it. The change has shocked many people.
The event is set for Friday. It will happen at a US Steel plant. Trump will speak to workers there. He wants to mark the new partnership. This comes after months of debate.
Biden’s Block
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Before , President Joe Biden blocked the deal. He did this late last year. Biden said it hurt national security. He worried about a foreign company owning US Steel. The company is a symbol of American industry.
Biden’s decision came after a review. A government committee couldn’t agree. So, Biden stepped in. He stopped the $14 billion sale. This left US Steel’s future unclear.
Trump’s New Plan
Trump has changed his mind. Last week, he said yes to the deal. He calls it a partnership, not a takeover. He says it will bring jobs. He claims it will invest $14 billion in Pennsylvania.
At the Pittsburgh event, He will highlight this. He says it’s the biggest investment in the state’s history. He also raised steel tariffs to 50%. This move aims to protect American workers.
Reactions from Workers
Not everyone is happy. The United Steelworkers union opposes the deal. They fear job losses. They worry Nippon Steel will move work to Texas or import steel from Japan.
Some local workers support it. They see the investment as a lifeline. US Steel has struggled for years. Many hope this deal will save their jobs.
What’s Next?
The deal’s details are not final. Trump says he must approve the last steps. Nippon Steel promises to keep the headquarters in Pittsburgh. They also plan to honor union contracts.
This shift could change trade with Japan. It might affect other industries too. People will watch closely as the plan moves forward.
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