Former President Trump deepened his rift with the United Auto Workers (UAW) by calling its president, Shawn Fain, a “stupid person” in a Fox News interview. Trump emphasized that revitalizing the auto industry would be a priority if he is reelected, proposing harsh tariffs on imported cars to incentivize domestic production. “We’re going to take in a fortune, but we’re going to tariff those jobs,” Trump said, aiming to have auto plants built in the U.S. and staffed with American workers.
Despite Trump’s claim that auto workers support him, he has had a contentious relationship with the union. Fain recently endorsed Vice President Harris, criticizing Trump as detrimental to union workers. “Trump has never supported working class people. He has never supported unions,” Fain stated.
Trump’s plan includes bringing back auto jobs through tariffs, though economists warn this could increase costs for consumers and the national debt. A recent analysis suggested that Trump’s economic proposals might cost households an extra $1,500 annually.
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