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Since Trump took office, he has been outspoken about what he perceives as Hollywood’s decline, blaming the industry for pushing agendas that audiences no longer tolerate. Over time, Hollywood has been accused of sacrificing viewer preferences for political messaging and ideological narratives, leading to a drop in popularity and commercial success.
Furthermore, many film studios have moved production overseas to capitalize on tax incentives, cheap labor, and lenient regulations. This shift has led to numerous American film workers—cameramen, set designers, costume staff, and other crew members—being sidelined or left unemployed, despite having little influence over the creative direction of these productions.