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Trump announces a $15 billion Iowa steel plant, billed as the largest in U.S. history
Summary
President Trump announced on 28 September, with the steelmaker Mesabi Metallics, a $15 billion steel plant in eastern Iowa, presented as the largest steel plant in U.S. history. A White House official said it is expected to create 1,750 permanent jobs. CNBC notes that the announcement comes as Americans' souring views of the economy are set to shape the midterm elections.
Latest: CBS News reports questions about the $15 billion Iowa steel plant Trump announced on 28 September.
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How it unfolded
Tuesday 29 September
Monday 28 September
- 12:59PBS NewsHourWATCH LIVE: Trump announces new steel plant project in Iowa
- 12:29CNBCTrump to announce planned $15 billion steel plant, would be largest in U.S. history
- 12:00NBC NewsTrump to unveil plans for a $15 billion steel mill in Iowa
- 10:38CBS NewsTrump to announce largest steel plant in U.S. history will be built in Iowa