Astin backs Trump’s plan to revive U.S. film jobs as unions rally behind incentive
Hollywood unions back President Trump’s federal film and TV production incentive to bring productions back to the U.S., with SAG-AFTRA president Sean Astin praising the “vocal and determined leadership.” The unions, including IATSE and Teamsters Local 399, argue incentives are needed as productions have moved overseas, potentially saving thousands of U.S. jobs. California has faced ongoing production declines and has upped its own film tax credits, while lawmakers like Sen. Adam Schiff call for federal action. The push reflects bipartisan momentum to boost American entertainment jobs and keep productions from relocating abroad.