US EditionKentucky leaders, union show bipartisan support for tariffs on imported cars
- President Donald Trump's planned tariffs on imported vehicles have stirred mixed reactions among politicians, with some Democrats and Republicans endorsing them as beneficial for U.S. Auto production jobs.
- Shawn Fain, President of the United Auto Workers, praised Trump's tariffs as an end to a 'free-trade disaster,' despite previously endorsing a different candidate in 2024.
- Some Democrats, including Rep. Debbie Dingell, express cautious support for the tariffs, labeling them a 'good first step' towards fair treatment of workers and job creation.
- Senator Tim Kaine criticized Trump’s tariffs as prioritizing short-term revenues over genuinely boosting U.S. Production.
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Union Boss Who Backed Harris Says He’s Thrilled With One Major Trump Policy - American Action News
In a video posted to social media Thursday, United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain praised President Donald Trump after Trump announced tariffs on imported automobiles and auto parts. Citing “national security concerns,” Trump imposed the 25% tariff Wednesday, which covers imported cars, SUVs, crossovers, minivans and light trucks, in addition to parts that include engines and transmissions.” Fain said Trump’s policy would address “unfair” laws
The Daily Caller
‘We Are Ecstatic’: Union Boss Who Backed Harris Says He’s Thrilled With One Major Trump Policy
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain praised President Donald Trump in the wake of Trump’s announcement of tariffs on imported automobiles and auto parts.
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How this auto union leader's support for Trump's tariffs scrambled labor politics again
President Donald Trump has once again scrambled the politics of organized labor and the working class with his planned tariffs on auto imports.
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