Trump uses stage at General Motors to launch midterms attack on Democrats
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at General Motors' Milford Proving Grounds in Michigan, highlighting his record on jobs, investment, and tax cuts while criticizing Democrats ahead of the midterm elections. He made several false claims about Democratic policies and the trade deficit, and the event was framed as a campaign rally. Polls indicate that Michigan voters are increasingly skeptical of his economic handling, with his approval rating at 33 percent in the state.
- ▪Trump used the GM facility speech to promote his economic achievements and attack Democrats, calling them “communists.”
- ▪He falsely claimed Democrats want to raise taxes to 80 percent and that the trade deficit fell by 71 percent, contrary to actual data.
- ▪Michigan voters’ approval of Trump has dropped to 33 percent, with 61 percent disapproving his handling of the economy.
- ▪The speech comes less than 100 days before the November midterm elections, with Michigan being a key battleground for both Senate and House races.
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Trump uses stage at General Motors to launch midterms attack on DemocratsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxUS President Donald Trump speakng at American car manufacturing company General Motor’s Milford Proving Grounds on July 27. PHOTO: AFPPublished Jul 28, 2026, 08:56 AMUpdated Jul 28, 2026, 08:56 AMSet as preferred sourceSummariseTrump used a speech at General Motors to promote his record on jobs, investment, and tax cuts while attacking Democrats ahead of the midterm elections.He claimed economic success and criticised Democrats as radicals, while polls showed many Michigan voters doubt his economic handling.Michigan remains a key battleground state with tight races, and GM plans to increase US production, influenced by Trump's tariffs and "America First"…
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