Fujifilm has inaugurated a $3.2 billion factory in North Carolina, a development that will create 1,400 jobs and enhance the domestic supply of medicines. The facility is expected to generate $4.7 billion in revenue and produce over 50 million doses of medicine annually, according to an announcement by the Department of Commerce on September 25th, 2025. This investment aims to secure supply chains and bolster American production of essential medications. The opening of the Fujifilm facility was highlighted as a significant step in increasing the nation's capacity to produce life-saving medicines domestically. The Department of Commerce stated that the investment "secures our supply chains, creates jobs, and ensures America produces lifesaving medicines." This initiative comes amidst broader discussions on economic growth and trade policy, with federal data on Thursday indicating that the U.S. economy expanded more than initially estimated over a recent three-month period, suggesting robust growth despite uncertainty stemming from President Trump's tariff policy. In other developments, Alexander Soros praised California Governor Gavin Newsom for opposing the current administration's policies, describing Newsom as "a force who’s unafraid to push back against this Administration’s threats to our democracy and constitutional rights." Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration is seeking innovative solutions for its Air Traffic Control system, initiating a vendor challenge to develop a new Traffic Flow Management System aimed at improving safety and efficiency in the National Airspace System. Additionally, a 'miracle' HIV drug, lenacapavir, will be made available at a reduced price in over 100 countries, a move hailed as a significant step toward combating the global epidemic. Former U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Tom Homan commented on protests, stating that participants were misinformed by "fake media" and inaccurately claiming the U.S. deports its citizens or separates families, asserting that separations occur when parents are deported and have children in the U.S. illegally. Renderings of President Trump's new ballroom at the White House were also obtained by CBS News. Previous reports from September 25th also noted discussions by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries regarding President Trump and a potential government shutdown, as well as Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran's doubts about achieving 3 percent economic growth this year. A fatal shooting at a Dallas ICE facility on September 25th resulted in two detainee deaths and one injury, with the shooter dying by suicide.
