Global supply-management association and education body
Trump has visited California to headline a Republican National Committee dinner, touting his economic record and contrasting it with California leadership. He is also set to travel to Nevada to deliver remarks on the economy, while opponents argue over inflation, crime and minimum wage policies. The trip underscores a broader national debate about economic performance ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Manufacturing and construction have shifted from drag to engine in the U.S. economy, with AI-driven data-center buildouts underpinning job gains in manufacturing and nonresidential construction as housing remains weak.