JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — President Barack Obama is visiting Jacksonville Friday afternoon.
Obama will visit Saft America on Jacksonville’s Westside.
The White House said Obama is making the visit to highlight the president’s economic recovery plan.
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The president will arrive at about 12:30 p.m. He is expected to talk about his role in the country’s economic bounce-back. He then is expected to leave around 4 p.m.
The company produces a lithium ion battery that help integrate renewable energy. The facility was funded in part by federal stimulus money. The company also employs about 300 people, including veterans.
Renewable energy was a big focus in the Recovery Act when Obama signed it into law seven years ago. It is also expected to be the focus of his remarks.
This is where the @POTUS will be speaking inside #SaftAmerica this afternoon. Stay with @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/pB9rvvEpz4
— Russell Colburn (@RussellANjax) February 26, 2016
The area where the president will be speaking inside Saft America was only open for media to set up until 6:15 a.m. Dogs and security teams searched the property throughout the morning.
We've seen at least a dozen Secret Service officers out here. Of course security is paramount when @POTUS is here. pic.twitter.com/ESoXX0Y9x4
— Russell Colburn (@RussellANjax) February 26, 2016
.@JSOPIO now has several officers at #Saft for #Jax @POTUS visit. @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/VAlKW6LBJf
— Russell Colburn (@RussellANjax) February 26, 2016
Obama’s last trip to the city was three years ago.
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