Manchin speaks on potential job losses from Cleveland-Cliffs tin mill idling
It's been three months since the United State ITC ruled in a unanimous decision against tariffs on foreign tin.West Virginia U.S. Senator Joe Manchin visited We West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin has addressed potential job losses from the Cleveland-Cliffs tin mill idling, set for April 20. The decision was made three months after the United States International Trade Council (ITC) unanimously voted against tariffs on foreign tin. Manchin addressed the potential losses, stressing the importance of not relying on other nations for manufacturing our goods and the unfairness of tin dumping creating an uneven playing field. He also expressed confidence in the ability to compete with other countries in manufacturing under fair conditions.
Published : 4 weeks ago by https://www.facebook.com/wtov9, Hannah Hayes in Business
It's been three months since the United State ITC ruled in a unanimous decision against tariffs on foreign tin.
West Virginia U.S. Senator Joe Manchin visited Weirton on Thursday making a stop at the Form facility, which is well under construction.
Afterwards, Manchin stopped at USW Local 2911 to speak with union workers and local officials about the potential job losses from the Cleveland-Cliffs tin mill idling, which is set for April 20.
"I’m gonna get you an answer,” Manchin said. “I’m gonna find out. I'll go speak to the president next week."
Manchin stressed the importance of the United States not depending on other nations for manufacturing our goods. He highlighted the unfairness of tin dumping discussing how it creates an uneven playing field. He is confident the U.S. can compete in manufacturing with other countries, provided it's under fair conditions.
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