Television personality Mike Rowe expressed his support for former President Donald Trump's policies, particularly those aimed at revitalizing American manufacturing and reducing reliance on foreign trade. Speaking at the Conservative Political Action Conference, Rowe emphasized the need to address the skills gap and bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S. He highlighted the paradox of millions of unemployed men alongside significant labor shortages in skilled trades.

Rowe, known for his advocacy of skilled labor, announced his commitment to invest in workforce training. He stated he's giving away $1 million through mikeroweworks.org to support the next generation of skilled workers and offered his assistance to Trump in this endeavor.

Regarding Trump's trade policies, specifically tariffs, Rowe acknowledged potential short-term challenges for American businesses. However, he argued that the long-term benefits of reduced dependence on countries like China would outweigh any temporary difficulties. He emphasized the importance of national independence, including energy, economic, and workforce independence, and expressed his support for a level playing field in international trade.