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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Couple, son 'hacked' to death over witchcraft suspicion in Jharkhand's Palamu
Medininagar (PTI): A couple and their 18-year-old son were allegedly hacked to death over suspicion of practising witchcraft in Jharkhand's Palamu, police said on Sunday.
Their minor daughter was also injured in the attack late on Saturday, a police officer said.
The bodies were recovered from their house on Sunday in Panki police station area, he said.
“Initial investigation suggests that the case is related to witchcraft suspicion,” Manoj Kumar Jha, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Lesliganj told PTI.
A manhunt is on to nab the culprits, Jha said.
The girl suffered severe injuries and has been admitted to a government hospital, he said.
The deceased have been identified as Vijay Bhuiyan (45), his wife Kalia Devi (40), and their son Chotu Bhuiyan.
The bodies have been sent to Medinirai Medical College and Hospital (MMCH) for post-mortem examination.
