Maybe not American made but at least brand names. I can go to Lowes and buy a Delta faucet for instance. Leviton electrical items. Phillips & GE lighting. John Deere mowers, Lincoln welders, small equipment with Honda or B&S engines, Charbroil and Weber grills etc etc
Might not be made in the USA but at least have headquarters here with American workers. Owners Manuals that you can read. Websites and toll free numbers you can call. Can even buy parts for some stuff.
Thanks, my only experience with Menard’s was a number of store visits when I worked in N.D. for a few years. I was impressed with the size of the place once it finally opened.
It seemed like it was two or three times the size of a Home Depot or Lowes. They also sell propane which is a plus. They do have some of the brands you mentioned (I just checked). I was surprised they didn’t have Lincoln and Deere, especially considering the agriculture and energy sectors there.