Senator Jerry Moran is pushing back against President Trump’s decision to block Canadian aerospace company Bombardier from selling planes in the U.S., arguing the move threatens jobs in his state. Moran highlights Bombardier’s role as a key employer in Kansas, framing the dispute as one that could have economic consequences for local workers. The senator’s defense comes as pressure mounts on the administration over trade policies affecting foreign manufacturers operating in America. The controversy underscores tensions between national security concerns and industry reliance on international businesses.
Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) is defending private jet maker Bombardier from growing pressure from President Trump, who on Monday declared the Canadian aerospace company would no longer be able to sell planes in the United States. Moran, the senior Republican senator from Kansas, pointed out that Bombardier is a major employer in his home state,...