Apple unveils $600 billion investment in US manufacturing, presents 24-carat gift to Trump
Washington: Apple has announced plans to extend its manufacturing presence in the United States with the introduction of the American Manufacturing Program (AMP), backed by a $600 billion investment over the next four years.
At a ceremonial event at the White House, Apple CEO Tim Cook also presented a symbolic gift to President Donald Trump. A specially designed commemorative piece, the gift is an artifact, which Cook described as the only one of its kind, was crafted entirely in the United States. It features a circular glass component manufactured by Corning, the company responsible for producing the glass used in iPhones, mounted on a 24-karat gold base sourced from Utah.
The glass element bears the inscription “President Donald Trump” alongside Apple’s iconic logo, the signature of Tim Cook and the year “2025.” It was designed by a former U.S. Marine Corps corporal now employed at Apple.
During the press conference, Cook noted Apple’s long-term vision to reposition the U.S. as a global hub for technological innovation and advanced manufacturing. He confirmed that the AMP will be developed in partnership with more than ten companies, including Corning, Coherent, GlobalWafers America, Applied Materials, Amkor, Texas Instruments, Samsung, GlobalFoundries and Broadcom. These firms will be contributing key components for Apple’s product lines.
The announcement from Apple comes after the U.S. government’s increasing pressure on technology companies to reduce reliance on foreign manufacturing.
Tim Cook stated, “We're proud to increase our investments across the United States to $600 billion over four years and launch our new American Manufacturing Program.”
Apple is expanding our US commitment to $600 billion over the next four years. And our new American Manufacturing Program will bring even more jobs and advanced manufacturing to the US. pic.twitter.com/6KWkTGJN3O
— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) August 6, 2025
"We believe deeply in the promise of this great nation." - @Apple CEO @tim_cook pic.twitter.com/9oeTqxbM8A
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) August 7, 2025
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Minor girl kidnapped and raped; main accused and two cafe owners held
Latur (PTI): A minor girl was allegedly kidnapped and raped by an 18-year-old man in Latur, leading to the arrest of the main accused and owners of two cafes where the crime occurred on December 4, police said on Saturday.
Police traced the girl within hours of registering the complaint. The accused, identified as Rihan Gulab Shaikh, was arrested based on the girl's complaint. Two others are owners of two cafes where the crime occurred, police said.
Police registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), POCSO Act, and the Prevention of Atrocities Act, an official said.
