The archived X account of the 19th U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves (2021- 2025). This is an inactive account.
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I traveled to communities across America & witnessed how @CommerceGov helps Americans not just get by but lead lives of dignity.
Commerce has made us safer, more successful, and better prepared to handle the challenges and opportunities ahead. commerce.gov/news/press-rele…
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The role of government is to support and protect its people, and to make sure that everyone who has a hope and a dream also has the opportunity to turn that dream into a life of dignity. michiganchronicle.com/don-gr…
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Thank you to every team member at @CommerceGov.
They have worked tirelessly over the past four years to ensure that the American Dream is within reach for every American community. commerce.gov/news/press-rele…
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Thank you, @SecRaimondo, for your outstanding leadership at @CommerceGov.
There has never been a Commerce Secretary who has accomplished more than @SecRaimondo.
What I value most about @DepSecGraves is his fundamental decency and compassion. He’s smart, determined, and an incredible leader.
I couldn’t have asked for a better partner in this Administration.
ALT Secretary Raimondo and Deputy Secretary Graves pose for a photo
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As the first Economic Growth Coordinator for Puerto Rico, I've seen how the Biden-Harris Administration's efforts have put the archipelago on a path toward economic prosperity.
Here's a summary of the actions we've taken towards lasting economic security commerce.gov/news/blog/2025/…
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The Biden-Harris Administration, @CommerceGov, and @USMBDA are committed to ensuring Jewish business and entrepreneurs have access to the resources and opportunities needed to grow their business. jewishpress.com/news/busines…
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Once a frontier exclusive to explorers, space is now an indispensable part of our economy.
I take pride in the extraordinary work the Commerce Department has done to advance American space commerce.
Read my op-ed in full @SpaceNews_Inc: spacenews.com/space-to-grow-…
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Today, on Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, I reflect on his address at the Lincoln Memorial.
Dr. King spoke about our country’s “great vaults of opportunity” and our founding promise that every American should have the chance to share in our prosperity.
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Deputy Secretary Don Graves retweeted
With inflation near 2%, historically low average unemployment, and over 16 million new jobs – President Biden's successor is inheriting the strongest economy in the world.
ALT Graphic that reads: How it started: Forbes article from January 2021 with the headline: "Biden is inheriting one of the worst economies in recent history" How it's going: Wall Street Journal Article from October 2024 with the headline: "The next president inherits a remarkable economy"
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Deputy Secretary Don Graves retweeted
ICYMI: @DepSecGraves recently released the first-ever @CommerceGov strategy on national security. The document calls out multiple OSC functions, including the #TraCSS program and the inclusion of operating conditions in commercial remote sensing licenses.
commerce.gov/news/press-rele…
ALT The Decisive Decade: Advancing National Security at the Department of Commerce | DOC logo
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Under the Biden-Harris Administration, @CommerceGov has taken many concrete actions to promote the growth and competitiveness of the U.S. commercial space sector.
Learn more about the department’s space commerce accomplishments commerce.gov/news/blog/2025/…
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Today, @CommerceGov and Natcast announced the Arizona State University Research Park in Tempe, Arizona as the anticipated location for the third flagship CHIPS for America research and development facility. commerce.gov/news/press-rele…
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Deputy Secretary Don Graves retweeted
Today, @CommerceGov announced that CHIPS for America awarded the Semiconductor Research Corporation Manufacturing Consortium Corporation $285 million to establish and operate a CHIPS Manufacturing USA institute headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. commerce.gov/news/press-rele…
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Sending you and your family lots of warm wishes for a joyful holiday season.
ALT Merry Christmas From: U.S. Department of Commerce
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Quantum is the enabler to solve the 21st century's crucial issues. From Bell Labs to Silicon Valley, U.S. innovation thrives on government investments in infrastructure and equity-focused ecosystems. newsweek.com/americas-next-c…
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Throughout the Biden-Harris Administration, President Biden has prioritized high-level engagement with African countries and partners. whitehouse.gov/briefing-room…
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Thank you, @CorpCnclAfrica, for hosting this wonderful celebration. Our collaboration is integral to the success of the President’s Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa and the shared prosperity of the United States and Africa!
We are grateful that Hon. Don Graves, Deputy Secretary of Commerce was the guest of honor of the reception.
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The Department of Commerce, through the strategy outlined in The Decisive Decade, aims to protect Americans against emerging threats, now and in the future, by promoting inclusive and innovation-supporting economic policies that advance the common good. commerce.gov/sites/default/f…
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