During a speech in Bay City, Michigan, Vice President J.D. Vance reportedly called on protesters outside the event to “get off the streets and back to work.”
Vance, alongside U.S. Small Business Administration chief Kelly Loeffler, was visiting Vantage Plastics to highlight America’s manufacturing resurgence.
While addressing the crowd, Vance noted the presence of demonstrators, questioning why they were protesting during working hours.
He suggested that their time spent protesting underscored the need for the Trump administration to revitalize U.S. manufacturing. “It’s a little after noon on a Friday, and don’t you all have jobs?” Vance remarked, emphasizing the importance of supporting companies like Vantage Plastics to reduce the number of people on the streets.
Vantage Plastics, which received a $1.2 million grant from Michigan in 2023, is expected to create 93 new jobs as part of its operations.
The event aimed to discuss the future of American manufacturing, a key focus of the Trump administration. Plans to impose tariffs on imports from countries like Mexico, Canada, and China were also highlighted, with the goal of bringing manufacturing jobs back to the U.S.
In recent weeks, Vance has faced protests at various events, where he has responded to hecklers and defended his stance on issues like illegal immigration.
His remarks in Michigan reflect a broader strategy to reinforce the administration’s commitment to job creation and economic growth through manufacturing.
As Vance and Loeffler continue their efforts to promote American industry, their message resonates with a vision of revitalizing the economy while encouraging workers to re-engage in productive employment.
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