Actor Kirk Cameron discusses President Trump considering tariffs for films made outside America to boost Hollywood and U.S. production. California Democrats offer to collaborate on federal tax incentives. Trump aims to protect national and economic security by bringing movie-making back to the U.S.
Key Points
California Democrats and Trump administration consider federal tax incentives to bring back movie-making from overseas
Trump authorizes Department of Commerce to begin the process of instituting a 100% Tariff on foreign movies
Proposal includes federal tax incentives, changes to tax codes, and infrastructure subsidies for the film industry
Pros
Potential boost to Hollywood and U.S. production
Collaboration between California Democrats and Republican administration
Cons
Potential unintended and damaging impacts of blanket tariffs on all films