Biden blocks US Steel sale to Japan's Nippon Steel

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Biden blocks US Steel sale to Japan's Nippon Steel

^{Published on 2025-01-04 01:21:02 - MSN}

US Steel and Nippon Steel threatened legal action Friday after President Joe Biden blocked a controversial $14.9 billion deal for the Japanese company to buy its American rival. "That is why I am taking action to block this deal.

The article from MSN discusses how President Joe Biden has intervened to block a proposed merger between U.S. Steel and Japan's Nippon Steel, citing national security concerns. This decision comes amidst growing scrutiny over foreign investments in critical U.S. industries. The deal, which would have seen Nippon Steel acquire U.S. Steel for $14.1 billion, was met with opposition from various stakeholders, including labor unions and some members of Congress, who argued that it could compromise national security and affect American jobs. Biden's action reflects a broader policy of protecting domestic industries deemed vital to national interests, especially in sectors like steel which are integral to both economic and defense considerations. This move also underscores the administration's commitment to maintaining control over key manufacturing capabilities within the United States.

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