Here's a quick rundown about why Michigan is so vulnerable to the tariffs Trump ordered Tuesday on Canada and Mexico (and China).
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.
No state is more reliant on Canada, Mexico and China to fuel economic activity than Michigan, indicating severe economic consequences to come.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford said that his province is prepared to add a 25% surcharge on the electricity it exports to Michigan.
There could also be a small impact on gas prices. "If the tariffs stay in play for the next couple of weeks, motorists in West Michigan would probably start to notice a very low l
Facing supply chain chaos and higher costs for consumers, Michigan auto leaders convinced President Donald Trump to give them a temporary exemption to 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico.
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