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FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson Proclaims July 2025 as 'Made in the USA' Month Today, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson issued the following statement proclaiming July 2025 as "Made in the USA" Month: “In honor of our nation’s independence, the Federal Trade Commission has designated July as ‘Made in the USA’ month. As Chairman of the FTC, I am responsible for enforcing laws that prohibit companies from making false or unsubstantiated claims that a product is ‘Made in the USA.’ It is important to protect Americans from deceptive advertising, and also important because it provides consumers with confidence that when they buy something that says ‘Made in the USA’ they are actually supporting American workers, American manufacturers, and American communities." See More [Made in the USA Today News] https://madeintheusatoday.com/2025/07/06/ftc-chairman-andrew-ferguson-proclaims-july-2025-as-made-in-the-usa-month/

Made in the USA Today: The Latest Trends and News6-11-2025By R. Michael Brown, Reporter and Features Writer/Producer[00:00:00] Here are the latest news stories on the "Made in USA" movement—covering manufacturing, consumer interest, and corporate responses:[00:00:08] The White House highlighted the "One Big Beautiful Bill," which incentivizes U.S. manufacturing by rewarding companies that produce goods in America with lower taxes. The bill also allows Americans purchasing American-made vehicles to deduct auto loan interest.[00:00:25] CBS News reports that a U.S. YouTuber made a $75 grill scrubber—100% U.S.-made and it sold out in a day.[00:00:32] Destin Sandlin, from Smarter Every Day, engineered a grill scrubber made predominantly in the U.S. with welded chain mail. He highlighted the challenges of sourcing domestic parts and emphasized reviving U.S. tool-and-die work. The first run sold out within a day, signaling strong consumer interest in genuinely American-made goods.[00:00:54] The Wall Street Journal is reporting that General Motors announced a $4 billion investment to boost domestic vehicle assembly—moving production such as the Chevy Blazer back to Tennessee, expanding Equinox output in Kansas City, and resuming Chevy Bolt EV production. CEO Mary Barra underlined the importance of on-shoring to reduce import dependence and tariffs.[00:01:17] Yahoo Finance is reporting a spike in U.S. class‑action suits over deceptive Made in USA labels.[00:01:23] Numerous lawsuits—surpassing 2024's total—have been filed this year by consumers against brands like P&G, Unilever, and PepsiCo for falsely promoting "Made in USA." Legal claims argue these labels mislead buyers and breach consumer protection laws[00:01:40] ABC News has a story saying that domestic toolmakers are thriving amid tariff measures.[00:01:46] A report highlights that U.S. tariffs under Trump have boosted demand for American-made tools. Companies like Jergens Inc. are experiencing a manufacturing revival, though experts say long-term strategies beyond tariffs are essential.[00:02:01] Well, that’s it for today. Stay tuned for more news as the Made in the USA Today movement continues!

By R. Michael Brown, Reporter and Features Writer/Producer [00:00:00] Here are the latest news stories on the "Made in USA" movement—covering manufacturing, consumer interest, and corporate responses: [00:00:08] The White House highlighted the "One Big Beautiful Bill," which incentivizes U.S. manufacturing by rewarding companies that produce goods in America with lower taxes. The bill also allows Americans purchasing American-made vehicles to deduct auto loan interest. [00:00:25] CBS News reports that a U.S. YouTuber made a $75 grill scrubber—100% U.S.-made and it sold out in a day. [00:00:32] Destin Sandlin, from Smarter Every Day, engineered a grill scrubber made predominantly in the U.S. with welded chain mail. He highlighted the challenges of sourcing domestic parts and emphasized reviving U.S. tool-and-die work. The first run sold out within a day, signaling strong consumer interest in genuinely American-made goods. [00:00:54] The Wall Street Journal is reporting that General Motors announced a $4 billion investment to boost domestic vehicle assembly—moving production such as the Chevy Blazer back to Tennessee, expanding Equinox output in Kansas City, and resuming Chevy Bolt EV production. CEO Mary Barra underlined the importance of on-shoring to reduce import dependence and tariffs. [00:01:17] Yahoo Finance is reporting a spike in U.S. class‑action suits over deceptive Made in USA labels. [00:01:23] Numerous lawsuits—surpassing 2024's total—have been filed this year by consumers against brands like P&G, Unilever, and PepsiCo for falsely promoting "Made in USA." Legal claims argue these labels mislead buyers and breach consumer protection laws [00:01:40] ABC News has a story saying that domestic toolmakers are thriving amid tariff measures. [00:01:46] A report highlights that U.S. tariffs under Trump have boosted demand for American-made tools. Companies like Jergens Inc. are experiencing a manufacturing revival, though experts say long-term strategies beyond tariffs are essential. [00:02:01] Well, that’s it for today. Stay tuned for more news as the Made in the USA Today movement continues!

Welcome to Our Made in the USA Today Podcasts. This podcast and website are gonna light a fire under this country’s manufacturing comeback. I’m R. Michael Brown, your host, reporter, and guide through the wild, patriotic ride that is the “Made in the USA” and "Made in America" movement. We’re not here to sugarcoat anything—we’re diving into the good, the bad, and the downright infuriating. You'll see and hear the latest news and product information that meets the FTC guidelines for the label "Made in the USA." Stay tuned and visit often. And if you have a news tip about U.S. manufacturing or products that are 100% made in the USA, send it to [email protected]

[00:00:00] Alright, folks, buckle up! The 'Made in the USA' movement is back with a vengeance. Factories humming, workers winning, and America saying, ‘We don’t need China’s junk!’ In this video, we’re ripping into the top stories today, shaking up the 'Made in America' scene. Let’s dive in! [00:00:17] First up, Walmart’s going full red, white, and blue. They’re rolling out the red carpet for American-made products, helping thousands of small businesses get their stuff on shelves. Why? Because Americans are sick of cheap imports! A Consumer Reports survey says 70% of us want ‘Made in USA’ when the price is right. [00:00:37] Number two: tariffs! Trump’s slapping 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico like it’s a piñata party. X is buzzing—folks say manufacturing jobs are popping in Ohio, Pennsylvania, you name it. But the eggheads at Deloitte Insights are whining, ‘Oh, this’ll jack up prices and slow growth to 2.2%!’ Do you believe it? [00:00:58] Here’s the math: the Alliance for American Manufacturing says if every American spends just $64 on U.S.-made stuff, we get 200,000 jobs. That’s a no-brainer! The Reshoring Institute says companies are fleeing foreign factories, thanks to supply chain nightmares and tariffs. Steel, electronics, apparel—it’s all coming back. [00:01:20] Number three: consumers want transparency. Surveys say 70% of us trust ‘Made in USA’ labels. The Department of Commerce says only 85% of parts in ‘Made in USA’ products are actually domestic. The rest? Sneaky imports. [00:01:34] Alright, America, what’s it gonna be? Buy ‘Made in USA’ and back the workers, or keep hunting for the cheapest deal? Hit the comments, tell me your take, and let’s make some noise! This is Made in the USA Today, and we’re just getting started.

Alright, America, buckle up! It’s launch day for Made in the USA Today, the podcast and website that’s gonna light a fire under this country’s manufacturing comeback. I’m here for R. Michael Brown, your host, reporter, and your guide through the wild, patriotic ride that is the “Made in the USA” movement. We’re not here to sugarcoat anything—we’re diving into the good, the bad, and the downright infuriating. So, let’s get to it! SEE MORE [MakeInTheUSAToday.com] https://madeintheusatoday.com/ [00:00:36] Picture this: it’s 2025, and America’s waking up. The “Made in the USA” label is back, and it’s hotter than a summer barbecue. People are fed up with cheap foreign junk, and they’re demanding American-made goods that scream quality, pride, AND JOBS. But, hold the phone—this isn’t some feel-good story. It’s a gritty, complicated fight, and we’re gonna break it down like nobody else. [00:01:00] First up, reshoring. That’s the buzzword, and it’s real. The eggheads at the National Institute of Standards and Technology—dropped a truth bomb in February 2025: the COVID-19 disaster showed us our supply chains were a house of cards. Remember those empty shelves? Yeah, never again. So, companies are bringing manufacturing back to the good ol’ U.S.A., and with a new administration turning up the heat, small and medium-sized businesses are going all-in. They’re using cool tech like 3D printing and smart manufacturing to keep up. [00:01:35] Sounds awesome, right? Well, not so fast. This stuff costs a fortune to set up, and you’ve gotta retrain workers to run the new toys. It’s like trying to rebuild a muscle car from scratch—doable, but it’s gonna take time. [00:01:49] Now, let’s talk about you, the American folks. You’re the ones driving this bus. I’ve been lurking on X, and the vibe is clear: you’re pumped for American-made products that last longer than a TikTok trend. You’re waving the flag, and it’s beautiful. [00:02:04] Take the Dobyns Family’s “America First” T-shirt—100% U.S.-grown cotton, priced at $17.76 cents – because, that’s the most patriotic price ever – 1776. It’s like wrapping yourself in the Declaration of Independence. [00:02:20] But here’s the kicker: the Federal Trade Commission says “Made in USA” means all – or virtually all – of a product’s gotta be American like Dobyns. Sounds simple, but it’s a hot mess. CarEdge says 117 car models are assembled here in 2025, but they’re still grabbing parts from Canada and Mexico. Are we making cars or playing Legos from around the world? [00:02:44] On the corporate side, it’s a tale of two Americas. You’ve got patriots like Men’s Wearhouse, rolling out their “American Bespoke” suits made in Massachusetts—sharp enough to make you holler FREEDOM! Tesla’s killing it, too, with 100% U.S.-made battery packs for their Model 3 and Model Y, laughing off tariffs like it’s nothing. [00:03:06] But then you’ve got some American companies—who are still swooning over Chinese factories because they’re “cheaper” and “faster.” Cheaper? Really? Tell that to the American workers who are the best in the world but get stuck with more regulations and higher labor costs–and a culture that doesn’t always make reshoring easy. These companies need to pick a side. [00:03:29] The government’s stepping up, too. The Small Business Administration dropped a report on April 14, 2025, saying they’re pouring money into small businesses to fuel this manufacturing boom. The SBA’s bragging about $5 trillion in new investments and trade deals since President Trump took office on January 20, aiming to bring back the “blue-collar boom” from his first term. [00:03:54] That’s the kind of energy we need! But not everyone’s buying it. Some folks on X are calling this “Made in the USA” a PR stunt. Worse, there’s straight-up fraud—of course some Chinese manufacturers are slapping “Made in the USA” labels on their garbage to sneak past the rules. That’s not just shady; it’s a betrayal of every American worker busting their tail. [00:04:17] How about this: the “Made in the USA” movement in 2025 is a rocket ship, powered by you and backed by some serious government cash. But it’s hitting turbulence—economic wobbles, global supply chain nonsense, and enforcement that’s leakier than a rusty bucket. [00:04:34] That’s why this podcast Made in the USA Today is here. We’re your truth squad, cutting through the noise to give you the real story on American-made products and manufacturers. We’re doing the homework, so you don’t have to. From semiconductors to socks, cars to coffee makers, we’re tracking the top stories on U.S. production, with the big dogs and experts weighing in. This is Made in the USA Today, and we’re just getting warmed up. Time to dive in. [00:05:03] END