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Vice President Harris Announces $100 Million Investment in U.S. Auto Industry During Detroit Visit

The funding aims to bolster small and medium auto suppliers, enhancing electric vehicle production and securing jobs in key swing state Michigan.

  • Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the Biden administration's economic policies in Detroit, focusing on transforming the U.S. auto industry and supporting minority-owned businesses.
  • The investment includes $100 million for auto parts manufacturers to transition to electric vehicle production, part of a broader push to maintain U.S. leadership in clean vehicle technology.
  • Protests outside the event underscored tensions over the administration's foreign policy, even as Harris emphasized domestic economic growth.
  • The initiative also extends to workforce development, with significant funds allocated for training programs in the electric vehicle sector.
  • This visit marks a strategic move ahead of the upcoming presidential election, emphasizing economic achievements in a battleground state.
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