Analysts flag autos as politically dangerous issue before midterms
1 Sep 23 4:52 AM · 2d ago · 2 articles · 3 posts · 3 sources · development 1 of 1
Economic analysts warn that Rust Belt auto manufacturing bases could determine control of Congress in the midterm elections, making Chinese car concessions a significant political liability for Trump and Republicans.
“Autos are just an incredibly politically dangerous area to run into right before the midterms.”
Adam Farrar, Bloomberg Economics
Donald Trump US President
Xi Jinping Chinese leader
Debbie Dingell Democratic Representative, MichiganTom Barrett Republican Representative, Michigan
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“I’m very concerned,” said Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich. “I want to make sure the president protects our domestic auto industry and protects our jobs and protects workers.” Read more from Nicholas Wu:
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Democrats fear Trump may make concessions to Chinese leader Xi Jinping this week — especially after the president floated the possibility of allowing Chinese carmakers to build vehicles in the US.
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