The American workforce is seeing a major shift under President Donald Trump, with more native-born workers gaining jobs, manufacturing output hitting record highs and energy production expanding. February’s economic data reveals a clear departure from trends that defined the previous administration’s handling of job creation and industry growth.
Industrial production surged 0.7% in February, according to the Federal Reserve, marking a significant expansion in U.S. manufacturing. The factory sector saw a 0.9% increase, with the auto industry leading the charge as vehicle and parts production spiked 8.5%. This stands in sharp contrast to the last year of the previous administration, when auto output declined consistently.
"Under the first full month of President Trump, which we haven't even gotten started yet, an incredible 93% of job gains we're in the private sector." – President Trump speaks on the job growth in America under his administration pic.twitter.com/lUddp3QggQ
— RSBN 🇺🇸 (@RSBNetwork) March 7, 2025
Beyond automobiles, sectors such as construction materials and business equipment also experienced strong growth. Meanwhile, domestic energy production is making a comeback, with mining output — including oil and gas drilling — rising 2.8%. The only area that slowed was utility output, which dipped 2.5% after an unseasonably high winter demand.
Under Biden, foreign-born workers saw a higher job growth rate than native-born Americans.
President Trump is reversing it.
Last month, 284K native-born gained jobs; 87K foreign-born lost jobs. 367K native-born joined workforce; 66K foreign-born left workforce.
AMERICA FIRST!
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) March 7, 2025
The job market is also reflecting this economic resurgence. February’s employment report showed that American-born workers gained 284,000 new jobs, while foreign-born employment declined by 87,000. Trump pointed to this as evidence that his administration is putting American workers first, reversing a four-year period where job growth largely benefited migrants.
Hey, Billy- In Trump’s first 60 days:
-Border crossings down 93%
-Gas prices hit a 4-year low
-Eggs prices down
-Job growth, 93% private
-Multiple billion dollar US manufacturing deals
-Inflation down to 1.8%
-Brokering a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war
-Deporting and…— Not Doug Bell (@NotDougBell22) March 19, 2025
Private companies drove nearly all of the new job growth, with 93% of the positions created in February coming from the private sector. At the same time, the federal workforce shrank by 10,000, as the Trump administration moved to cut bloated government agencies. Agencies such as the U.S. Agency for International Development and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau have already faced significant reductions.
Donald J. Trump @realDonaldTrump
“Let Trump Be Trump on the Economy” Trump’s economic success is defying predictions, with inflation easing, job growth surging, and consumer confidence rebounding. https://t.co/1uKHceRGZf
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As economic momentum builds, Trump’s administration is also pushing for trade deals that benefit U.S. businesses. His strong stance in negotiations with Canada is expected to result in a deal more favorable to American industries. Additionally, Trump has ordered the U.S. Navy to the southern border to help secure the nation against illegal migration.
The latest data also indicates that manufacturing capacity utilization is climbing, meaning factories are producing at higher levels to meet growing demand. This points to continued strength in industrial production under Trump’s economic policies.
