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Manufacturing technology underpins the defense industrial base. At The MFG Meeting 2026, leaders highlighted digital tools, supply chain visibility, and broader industry engagement.

After the Supreme Court ruled that tariffs imposed under the IEEPA were unlawful, the Trump administration implemented a new tariff that can remain in effect for up to 150 days. While this is temporary, a new, more durable framework is taking shape.

In November 2025, Harry Moser presented “Made in the USA: How Main Street is Revitalizing Domestic Manufacturing” before the House Committee on Small Business, in which he discussed the state of U.S. manufacturing and how to accelerate reshoring.

The recent Supreme Court decision striking down reciprocal tariffs eliminated one key tariff pathway, but the Trump administration moved quickly to replace it, so manufacturers and importers should prepare for ongoing complexity in trade policy.

The Reshoring Initiative, in conjunction with PMA, AMT, NTMA, FMA, and SME, is looking to recognize companies for successful reshoring projects.

The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected the Trump administration’s argument for reciprocal tariffs. The decision doesn't address refund procedures, and whether the tariffs have been halted immediately is unclear, creating new uncertainty around implementation.

The United States is turning its skilled workforce recruitment and training weakness into a growth offensive. Tech-charged reshoring initiatives are fueling a skilled workforce reboot and redefining common misconceptions of manufacturing jobs.

Explore the vision powering the industry’s resurgence. Reshoring, advanced technologies, and a renewed focus on skills are driving the next era of U.S. manufacturing and shaping its future.

Steel tariffs spark debate: protecting the U.S. steel industry while raising costs for manufacturers and consumers. This article explores impacts, trade-offs, and policy options.

At MTForecast 2025, David Skillman, Partner at K&L Gates, highlighted the key policy shifts shaping U.S. manufacturing — from expanded tariffs and pending Supreme Court rulings on trade authority...