Michigan Democrats Call Out Mike Rogers for Supporting Trump's Chaotic Tariffs

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Michigan Democratic Party officials, led by Chair Curtis Hertel and House Leader Ranjeev Puri, joined Congresswoman Debbie Dingell in expressing strong opposition to Mike Rogers' support for President Trump's tariffs, highlighting the devastating impact on Michigan's auto industry and manufacturing jobs. They argue that Rogers' endorsement of Trump's trade policies will only exacerbate the economic uncertainty and whiplash that Michigan companies are currently experiencing.

Key Takeaways:

  • Mike Rogers has been a strong supporter of President Trump's tariffs, calling them an "absolute win" and dismissing concerns about their impact on Michigan's economy.
  • New research shows that Michigan is among the states hit hardest by Rogers-backed tariffs, with the state's manufacturing industry and workers facing significant economic pain.
  • Tariffs supported by Rogers could increase US factory costs by up to 4.5% and threaten Michigan's manufacturing jobs, according to a new report.
  • Rogers' support for tariffs has led to significant job losses in Michigan, including 102 jobs at Detroit Axle and 84 jobs at Pepsi's shuttered Detroit plant.
  • Michigan businesses continue to suffer from the impact of tariffs, with Ford facing a $2 billion tariff hit and Howard Miller Co., a nearly century-old clock company, closing its business citing tariffs as a major factor.

Statistics:

  • Michigan is third among states hit hardest by Rogers-backed tariffs, behind only California and Texas. (Source: New report)
  • Tariffs supported by Rogers could increase US factory costs by up to 4.5%. (Source: New report)
  • Rogers-supported tariffs are on track to slash UAW profit-sharing checks by at least $3,000-$5,000 this year. (Source: New report)
  • 102 jobs were cut at Detroit Axle due to Rogers-backed tariffs. (Source: Article)
  • 84 job losses were reported at Pepsi's shuttered Detroit plant. (Source: Article)
  • Howard Miller Co. is closing its business, citing tariffs in part for the decision. (Source: Article)

Sources:

  • "Michigan Democrats Call Out Mike Rogers for Doubling Down on Supporting Trump's Chaotic Tariffs". Michigan Democratic Party. August 7th.
  • New report on the impact of tariffs on Michigan's economy.
  • "UAW Slams Trump Japan Trade Deal". Automotive News. July 16.
  • "Big Three Automakers Test Trump's Trade Deal". Bloomberg. July 29.
  • "Detroit Axle Cuts 102 Jobs Due to Tariffs". Detroit News. July 25.
  • "Pepsi Shuts Down Detroit Plant After 80 Years". Automotive News. July 18.
  • "Howard Miller Co. to Close Business, Blaming Tariffs". Holland Sentinel. July 20.