Amid Flight Halt, Trump Meets With Jon Voight to Talk U.S. Film Incentive: ‘Get This Done!’
As flights across the U.S. came to a halt Friday amid a rare nationwide ground stop, President Donald Trump was in a meeting with actor Jon Voight to talk about jumpstarting support for a federal film incentive. Voight and his team, Steven Paul and Scott Karol, were at the White
The meeting between President Trump and Jon Voight to discuss a federal film incentive couldn't have come at a more chaotic time, with a rare nationwide ground stop causing travel disruptions across the US. Despite the commotion, the fact that the President is prioritizing a meeting with the actor and his team suggests that there's momentum building around the idea of implementing a federal film incentive. This could be a game-changer for the US film industry, which has long been dominated by state-level incentives that vary in generosity and scope.
A federal film incentive would likely provide a much-needed boost to the industry, which has seen a decline in domestic production in recent years. By offering a standardized and potentially more generous incentive at the federal level, the US could attract more international productions and create jobs for local crews and talent. It's worth noting that Jon Voight is a vocal supporter of Trump, and his involvement in this initiative could help bring attention and credibility to the proposal. Industry stakeholders will be watching closely to see if this meeting leads to concrete action.
As the film industry waits with bated breath for news on a federal incentive, all eyes will be on the upcoming Congressional hearings and budget negotiations. If a federal film incentive does come to fruition, it could have far-reaching implications for the US film industry and its global competitiveness. In the meantime, keep an eye on other developments in Washington that could impact the industry, such as the ongoing debate over copyright reform and the potential for increased funding for arts and culture programs.
Originally reported by variety.com. FilmNews adds analysis for culture, style & media readers.