UAW President Shawn Fain Backs Trump’s Tariffs, Calls for Broader Trade Reforms

Fain supports 25% tariffs on imported vehicles as a motivator for reshoring jobs but insists on union standards and systemic trade policy changes.

Shawn Fain, UAW president, endorsed President Trump’s 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and auto parts, set to take effect April 2, as a tool to encourage domestic manufacturing.
Fain emphasized that tariffs alone are insufficient and called for comprehensive reforms to address decades of 'broken trade laws.'
The UAW insists that any returning jobs must meet union standards, including fair wages, healthcare, and retirement security.
Fain criticized Wall Street for opposing tariffs while ignoring the long-term impact of manufacturing job losses in the U.S.
Automakers are facing stock declines and supply chain concerns following the tariff announcement, with companies reportedly considering reshoring production to avoid penalties.