With Donald Trump heading back to the White House, local leaders are evaluating the potential impact on Micron’s planned chip plant in Clay and the CHIPS Act that supports it. Congressman-elect John Mannion expressed hope that bipartisan support for the CHIPS Act will remain strong, emphasizing its critical role for national security and Central New York’s economy.
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh voiced concern about Trump’s past remarks casting doubt on the Act. While confident in local support from leaders like Mannion, Walsh warned against any federal changes that might undermine the project’s significance to the region.
Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand remain optimistic, noting that the Act’s bipartisan foundation could shield it from drastic changes, even if minor adjustments are made.
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