Business AcquisitionManufacturing

Stellantis Announces $13 Billion U.S. Manufacturing Expansion Across Midwest States

Stellantis has unveiled a historic $13 billion investment to expand manufacturing facilities across four Midwest states. The expansion will increase U.S. production capacity by 50% and create thousands of new automotive jobs through 2029.

Historic Manufacturing Investment

Stellantis has announced plans to invest $13 billion to expand its vehicle manufacturing footprint across the American Midwest, according to company reports. This represents the largest single investment in the company’s 100-year U.S. history and is expected to increase annual finished vehicle output by 50% while creating more than 5,000 new jobs.

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Wisconsin Age Verification Bill Seeks to Block VPN Access to Adult Content

Wisconsin is advancing legislation that would require adult websites to block VPN users as part of mandatory age verification. The proposal mirrors similar efforts in Michigan and has sparked concerns about privacy and technical feasibility among digital rights organizations.

Wisconsin Moves to Restrict VPN Access to Adult Content

Wisconsin lawmakers are advancing legislation that would make it illegal to access adult-oriented websites using virtual private networks if a proposed age verification law passes, according to reports. The bill, known as Wisconsin AB 105/SB 130, has already cleared debate in the Assembly and had its first Senate public hearing on October 8, sources indicate.