America Last? How Globalists Sold Out US Workers for Profit

America’s industrial heart has been on life support for decades. Factories shuttered, towns hollowed out, and workers left scrambling. The January 2025 trade deficit hit a staggering $131.4 billion, more than double the $58.3 billion gap from 2005. This isn’t just numbers on a spreadsheet; it’s a slow-motion disaster that’s crushed communities from New York to Ohio. Manufacturing jobs in New York plummeted 59% since 1990, while Ohio lost 35%. These aren’t abstract losses. They’re livelihoods, families, and futures stolen by policies that prioritized cheap foreign goods over American workers.

The human toll is brutal. Studies link job losses from bad trade deals to spikes in drug overdoses, with areas hit hardest by factory closures seeing up to an 11.3% rise in fentanyl-related deaths. This isn’t coincidence; it’s consequence. When jobs vanish, despair creeps in, and communities unravel. Yet, for years, some voices on cable news scoffed at the idea of bringing industry back, as if American workers don’t deserve a shot at dignity. That arrogance ends now.

Trade deficits aren’t just economic; they’re a national security crisis. Relying on foreign factories for semiconductors, steel, or even basic goods like bikes leaves America vulnerable. Imagine a conflict where we can’t produce our own ships or chips. That’s not hypothetical; it’s the reality of decades of outsourcing. The erosion of our industrial base has weakened our ability to stand tall, forcing dependence on nations that don’t share our interests. Former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker warned years ago that trade deficits fueled economic instability, and history proved him right with the Great Recession.

President Trump’s answer is clear: bring it home. His policies are forcing companies to rethink their reliance on overseas plants. Guardian Bikes is launching the first large-scale U.S. bicycle frame factory. Novartis is pouring $23 billion into American facilities. Even foreign giants like Hyundai and Siemens are investing billions in U.S. soil, creating thousands of jobs. This isn’t blind optimism; it’s a calculated move to reclaim our technological edge and ensure we’re never caught flat-footed again.

Not everyone’s cheering. Some TV pundits clutch their pearls at the idea of disrupting the global economy for American jobs. One CNN commentator sneered, asking if it’s worth upending trade for HVAC workers. The nerve. Apparently, protecting low-wage jobs abroad matters more to them than high-wage jobs here. Another on MSNBC gasped at the thought of making more lumber in America, as if self-reliance is a dirty word. Their disconnect from working-class struggles is glaring. These critics champion a status quo that’s bled America dry, ignoring the families and towns paying the price.

Their arguments crumble under scrutiny. Yes, tariffs can raise costs for some industries, but the alternative—endless deficits and foreign dependence—is far worse. Reshoring isn’t just about jobs; it’s about resilience. When supply chains collapsed during past crises, we learned the hard way that relying on distant factories is a gamble we can’t afford. The data backs this up: in 2021, over 260,000 jobs came back to U.S. soil, boosting local economies and cutting reliance on shaky global networks.

The tide is turning, and it’s exhilarating. Apple’s committing $500 billion to U.S. manufacturing and training. Nvidia’s investing hundreds of billions in American plants. Even global players like TSMC and Merck are betting big on the U.S., with $100 billion and $8 billion investments, respectively. These aren’t one-offs. From GE Aerospace creating 5,000 jobs across 16 states to Stellantis reopening an Illinois plant, companies are racing to build here. Why? Because Trump’s trade policies—tariffs, incentives, and a relentless focus on America first—are working.

This isn’t just about factories. It’s about innovation and pride. Reshoring fuels advancements in AI, robotics, and green tech, positioning America as a leader again. The CHIPS Act’s billions for semiconductors are a prime example, ensuring we don’t just consume tech but create it. Sure, challenges like labor shortages and startup costs exist, but the payoff—secure supply chains, thriving communities, and a stronger economy—is undeniable.

America stands at a crossroads. We can cling to the failed policies of the past, watching our industrial might erode further, or we can double down on reshoring and rebuild what’s been lost. The evidence is overwhelming: trade deficits gut jobs, weaken security, and fuel despair. Reshoring reverses that. It’s not a quick fix; nothing worthwhile is. But with companies like BMW, Honda, and even Paris Baguette investing in American plants, the momentum is real. This is about more than economics—it’s about restoring faith in the American dream.

President Trump’s vision is bold, and the results speak for themselves. Jobs are returning, factories are humming, and America’s backbone is straightening. The naysayers will keep whining, but their tired arguments can’t drown out the roar of progress. For every worker, every town, and every family yearning for stability, this fight matters. Reshoring isn’t just policy; it’s a promise to make America wealthy, secure, and proud again.