A new analysis by the White House Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) finds that President Donald Trump’s economic policies, including tariffs, tax incentives, and support for domestic production, are driving a resurgence in U.S. manufacturing. The October 22, 2026, report highlights rising wages, increased factory construction, and renewed investment in American industry. The administration also contrasts recent manufacturing employment gains with losses reported during the Biden administration’s final two years.
The White House reports that U.S. manufacturing employment increased by 72,000 jobs in 2026, including 101,000 additional jobs in durable goods manufacturing. Construction employment has also grown by 100,000 since Trump took office, with more than 111,000 additional factory construction jobs reported. The report also cites increases in inflation-adjusted wages, including gains for manufacturing and construction workers, along with expanded overtime tax deductions.
The analysis also highlights growth in strategic industries such as aerospace, metals, and oil and natural gas production. The administration attributes these developments to its pro-growth economic agenda and tariff policies, which it says encourage companies to manufacture goods domestically. It argues that increased investment, factory expansion, and manufacturing growth can create jobs and support small businesses and local economies. These conclusions reflect the administration’s assessment of economic trends and the impact of its policies
