President Trump is currently reviewing Jon Voight’s proposal to attract more film productions back to the United States, following a meeting with Voight and his producing partner Steven Paul at Mar-a-Lago over the weekend. The initiative aims to strengthen the American film industry by encouraging domestic production and considering economic measures related to foreign films.
The Jon Voight proposal outlines several federal incentives for both production and post-production work, the creation of co-production treaties with foreign countries, and subsidies for theater owners. It also incorporates job training initiatives and proposed changes to the tax code. One significant aspect of the plan involves exploring the use of tariffs under certain limited circumstances, a move that has attracted notable attention from both industry figures and policy makers.
The president loves the entertainment business and this country, and he will help us make Hollywood great again,
Jon Voight stated, reaffirming his commitment to revitalizing America’s role in film. The White House confirmed on Monday that while no final decisions have been made regarding foreign film tariffs, the administration is exploring all possible options to fulfill President Trump’s directive to safeguard national and economic security. White House spokesman Kush Desai added,
Although no final decisions on foreign film tariffs have been made, the administration is exploring all options to deliver on President Trump’s directive to safeguard our country’s national and economic security while Making Hollywood Great Again.
The ongoing discussions about the Jon Voight proposal signal potential changes for the US film industry, including possible tariffs on movies produced outside the country. If enacted, these policies could lead to significant shifts in the way films are made and distributed, affecting both domestic and international markets. The administration is expected to provide further updates as these proposals are assessed and refined.
