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Trump Says He Will Block Acquisition of U.S. Steel by Japanese Firm


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Published in Politics and Government on Tuesday, December 3rd 2024 at 17:30 GMT by Brian Stokes   Print publication without navigation

  • The announcement reiterated sentiments the president-elect expressed on the campaign trail, and further imperiled a deal that had already run into widespread political opposition.

The article from The New York Times, published on December 2, 2024, discusses former President Donald Trump's opposition to the proposed merger between U.S. Steel and Japan's Nippon Steel. Trump, who has been vocal about protecting American industries, criticized the deal, arguing that it would lead to the loss of American jobs and control over a critical industry. He called for the Biden administration to block the merger, emphasizing the need for economic nationalism and protectionism. The article highlights the political implications of the merger, noting that it has become a focal point in discussions about trade, national security, and economic policy. It also mentions that the deal has drawn scrutiny from both sides of the political spectrum, with concerns about foreign ownership of key U.S. assets and the broader implications for the steel industry and national security.

Read the Full The New York Times Article at:
[ https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/02/us/politics/trump-nippon-steel-us-merger.html ]

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