Governor-Elect Katie Hobbs Joins President Biden to Tout Arizonaâs Leadership in Semiconductor Manufacturing in Phoenix
Event at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company spotlights Arizonaâs leadership in boosting the economy and bringing jobs back to the U.S.Â
PHOENIX â Yesterday, Governor-Elect Katie Hobbs joined President Joe Biden for his visit to a new Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. facility in North Phoenix. Governor Doug Ducey, Senator Mark Kelly, and several Arizona federal and state officials also attended to highlight Arizonaâs leadership in manufacturing jobs.
âPresident Biden couldnât have said it better: Arizona is at the forefront of innovations in research and technology. Todayâs visit proves that our stateâs exceptional talent pool and business environment make us a leader in bringing semiconductor manufacturing back to America,â said Governor-Elect Hobbs. âI look forward to working with the President throughout my administration to continue bringing good-paying jobs to Arizona, combating inflation, and securing our border to protect our families.â
On Monday, Governor-Elect Hobbs also toured ASMâs facility in Phoenix. ASM is a leading global supplier of semiconductor equipment founded in the Netherlands and is a direct supplier of TSMC. With hubs in 14 countries, ASM employs more than 4,000 people globally. Phoenix represents ASMâs largest operation worldwide, employing nearly 700 colleagues.