Here's a quick rundown about why Michigan is so vulnerable to the tariffs Trump ordered Tuesday on Canada and Mexico (and China).
"This is our 47th year of having the show. We are also encouraging more young people to get into the trades," said Lyn Ann Reid.
On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump kept his word and imposed tariffs on our neighbors to the north and south. But as he did so, the leader of Ontario lashed back and threatened a surcharge on electricity exported to Michigan,
President Trump announced that tariffs against Canada and Mexico could go into effect next Tuesday. Michigan's economy, particularly the auto industry, is expected to be hit hard by the tariffs. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stated that the tariffs "would be a ...
Automotive remains the most important sector in the state, which has more vehicle manufacturing jobs than anywhere else in the country. More than 9% of Michigan's gross domestic product is tied to auto — higher than any other state, according to the Alliance for Automotive Innovation.