Apple Gifts Trump 24-Karat Gold Statue Amid $100B US Investment Plans

Apple CEO Tim Cook presented President Donald Trump with a unique gift—a large glass statue made from iPhone glass and mounted on a 24-karat gold base—as a symbol of Apple's commitment to expanding manufacturing in the United States. The statue, crafted by a former U.S. Marine now working for Apple, prominently features the Apple logo, Trump's name, and the inscription "Made in USA, 2025." This gesture coincided with Apple's announcement to increase its investment in U.S. production by $100 billion, raising its total investment commitment to $600 billion over four years. The gift and investment reflect Apple's strategy to align with President Trump's push for domestic manufacturing and avoid hefty tariffs on imported components. Trump confirmed that companies building U.S. factories, including Apple, would be exempt from upcoming semiconductor tariffs, signaling a successful negotiation for the tech giant. This partnership highlights Apple's effort to navigate the trade war by appealing to the administration's protectionist policies while advancing its manufacturing presence in America.