
Trump Says Tariffs Drove Nvidia’s US Move
United States President Donald Trump praised Nvidia’s decision to relocate AI server production to the U.S., attributing the company’s move directly to his administration’s tariff policies and the results of the recent election. Speaking from the White House on Monday alongside Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, Trump stated, “The reason is because of the tariffs. Tariffs is the most beautiful word.”
Trump emphasized that Nvidia, which he described as the global leader in chips and semiconductors, is setting an example for the technology sector by shifting its production back to American soil. The president noted that the move was both anticipated and indicative of a broader trend among top-tier tech companies seeking to reduce foreign dependency and embrace domestic manufacturing.
The announcement aligns with Trump’s ongoing efforts to bring high-tech manufacturing jobs back to the United States by leveraging strategic tariffs and trade policy as economic tools. He framed Nvidia’s pivot as a validation of this approach and a response to the protective economic climate fostered by his administration.
“It’s not just Nvidia,” Trump added. “Many others are thinking the same way. They want to come back home.” The comment highlights a wider policy objective to reverse decades of offshoring and to bolster the U.S. position in strategic industries like semiconductors, which have been central to global supply chain concerns and national security discussions.
The president’s remarks come amid broader efforts by his administration to strengthen U.S. manufacturing across multiple sectors and reduce reliance on production hubs in Asia, especially China. Nvidia’s decision is seen as a significant milestone in that effort, given the company’s pivotal role in artificial intelligence and next-generation computing technologies.
While no specific production timelines were shared during the briefing, the development underscores growing momentum toward reshoring advanced manufacturing capabilities within the United States. Trump’s remarks reinforce his administration’s stance that trade policy and electoral leadership are key drivers behind this domestic shift.