Trump Likes Apprentices. Here’s How He Can Make Apprenticeships Help the Working Class.
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Trump Likes Apprentices. Here’s How He Can Make Apprenticeships Help the Working Class.

U.S. News & World Report
February 19, 2025

Summary

The article discusses how President Trump can enhance apprenticeships in the U.S. through initiatives led by Labor Secretary-nominee Lori Chavez-DeRemer. It highlights the need for increased funding and awareness to support registered apprenticeships as a viable alternative to traditional college education.

This conversation is crucial as it sheds light on the importance of apprenticeships in providing career pathways for the working class, particularly in a landscape where many graduates are underemployed and struggling with student debt.

Why this matters for apprenticeships

This article underscores the potential of registered apprenticeships to offer meaningful economic opportunities for many Americans. By advocating for increased funding and awareness, it aims to reshape perceptions of vocational training and promote apprenticeships as a viable path to success.

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