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Wichita Economy And Aerospace Jobs At Risk In Trade War
The Trump administration’s trade policy against Canada may drastically impact Wichita’s local economy and Wichita State students relying on the aviation industry for employment. Bombardier, a top employer in the city, has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in Wichita’s economy since the 1990s. The company’s presence in the US is significant, with its headquarters in Wichita employing nearly 1,500 people. The trade dispute could affect not only engineering students but also business students and those working in fields like human resources. This article was first reported by The Sunflower.