The Teamsters Labor Union has expressed enthusiasm over President Donald Trump’s decision to implement tariffs on films made overseas, calling it a “strong step” toward discouraging studios from outsourcing the work of union members.
In a joint statement, Sean O’Brien, President of the Teamsters’ International Brotherhood, alongside film leader Lindsay Daugerty, indicated that Trump’s move represents a decisive action against studios’ tendency to move work away from American workers.
According to Breitbart News, this coalition, known for its support of labor, noted that Trump aims to advance Pro Labor initiatives by imposing “100% tariffs” on “every film imported from foreign countries.”
The Teamsters further emphasized that backing American jobs from the White House communicates a significant message globally.
For years, Hollywood studios have compromised the industry by outsourcing jobs that could have gone to American union members. These studios pursue cheaper production costs abroad, taking away opportunities from the American workforce that helped build the film and television sector.
These major companies profit while cutting corners, neglecting American crews, and exploiting tax loopholes in other nations. As a result, our members have suffered while these businesses moved operations overseas.
The Teamsters Union has been raising concerns for a long time. If studios wish to profit from American audiences, they need to invest back into American workers.
“I want to thank President Trump for his courageous support of quality union jobs at a time when others look away,” the statement added.
Hollywood Reporter Note The Teamsters’ statement reflects the Hollywood Coalition’s most favorable response to Trump’s proposals, even as details remain unclear.
Earlier this year, Trump appointed veteran actors Sylvester Stallone, Mel Gibson, and John Voight, aiming to restore Hollywood to be “better and stronger than ever.”
Established in 1903, the International Teamsters Brotherhood represents 1.3 million workers and their families in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.
