Fact-check · Sep 28, 2026 · Donald Trump
“We've created nearly 60,000 new manufacturing jobs this year alone”
MISLEADINGSaid in 3 broadcasts
What the record shows
White House reported 58,000 manufacturing jobs added in 2026 through August; BLS data shows net manufacturing employment down 82,000 since January 2025.
Sources
- Trump unveils $15 billion Mesabi Metallics Iowa steel plant plans
- Trump to announce new $15B steel plant: White House official - ABC News
- Trump to reveal Mesabi Metallics $15 billion Iowa steel mill plan
- Trump to announce largest steel plant in U.S. history will be built in Iowa - CBS News
- Trump to unveil plans for a $15 billion steel mill in Iowa
- Trump to announce $15 billion steel plant coming to Iowa in massive domestic investment
From: President Trump Makes an Announcement, Sep. 28, 2026
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