At a pivotal White House press conference focused on Apple’s ambitious new US manufacturing initiatives, CEO Tim Cook made a notable presentation to President Donald Trump: a distinctive gift crafted from glass supplied by iPhone manufacturer Corning, elegantly set within a substantial 24-karat gold base.
The bespoke artifact takes the form of a prominent glass disc, intricately etched with the iconic Apple logo. Adorning the upper surface, President Trump’s name is prominently displayed. The underside bears what appears to be CEO Cook’s signature, alongside the clear inscription “Made in USA” and the year “2025,” underscoring its domestic origin. Cook revealed that the unique glass design was conceptualized by a former US Marine Corps corporal employed at Apple, while the accompanying golden base was sourced from Utah.
This gesture highlights Cook’s long-standing strategy of cultivating a robust relationship with the President, a model many corporate leaders reportedly sought to emulate following Trump’s re-election. The presentation also aligns with President Trump’s consistent push for American-made products and his previous warnings of tariffs targeting technology manufacturers, including Apple, unless they commit to expanding their domestic production capabilities.