Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Ensures Truthful Advertising of Products Claiming to be Made in America

President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order to crack down on foreign manufacturers and sellers who use fraudulent "Made in America" labels. The administration characterizes the move as a way to protect patriotic consumers and ensure that genuine U.S. businesses—those investing in domestic jobs and production—maintain their competitive advantage.Key mandates of the Executive Order include:FTC Enforcement: The order directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to prioritize legal actions against entities that falsely claim American origin for their products.Regulatory Consistency: Agencies with oversight of country-of-origin labeling are instructed to develop new, consistent regulations and guidance for voluntary "Made in the USA" labeling to ensure accuracy across the board.Procurement Integrity: Agencies managing federal government contracts must periodically verify the origin of products. Manufacturers found to be misrepresenting foreign products as American will be removed from procurement schedules and referred to the Department of Justice for potential False Claims Act violations.Protection of Digital Marketplaces: The administration notes that foreign entities increasingly exploit online platforms to target U.S. consumers with fake origin claims, a practice this order aims to dismantle.Broader Context:The administration frames this action as part of its wider "America First" economic strategy, which includes:Using Section 232 tariffs to protect industries like steel, aluminum, and autos.Deregulating domestic industry and securing trillions in private investment to "onshore" manufacturing.Aggressively pursuing trade agreements that prevent foreign nations from "cheating the system."The ultimate goal of the order is to ensure that the "Made in America" label remains a trusted promise for consumers and a protected asset for the American workforce.