Hold on a second—Donald Trump is heading to Flint, Michigan, for a town hall in the heart of a deep-blue city?
That’s right, folks! On September 17, the former president is marching right into one of the most Democratic strongholds in the state, Flint, to speak directly to the people. And it’s not just any event—this one is being moderated by Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, no less.
Now, let’s put this in perspective. Flint has long been a Democratic stronghold, and yet here we are, just weeks away from the 2024 election, with Trump ready to make his case to Michiganders who have had enough of Kamala Harris and Joe Biden’s liberal policies.
After three and a half years of Biden-Harris policies that have left the auto industry in shambles and inflation through the roof, Trump is coming back to Flint with a simple message: he’s here to listen, and he’s here to make America affordable again.
Trump’s campaign didn’t hold back in their statement either, going straight for the jugular, pointing out that Kamala Harris’s actions threaten the very backbone of Michigan’s economy—the auto industry. Harris’s push for electric vehicles has Michigan staring down the loss of at least 40,000 jobs. Yes, you read that right—40,000 jobs. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg if these Green New Deal-style policies are allowed to keep steamrolling over American industries.
“After Michigan voters have been forced to suffer three and a half years of Kamala Harris and Joe Biden’s dangerously liberal policies, President Trump will meet with Michiganders to listen to their concerns and share his vision to make America affordable again,” Trump’s team said in a statement.
“The auto industry is the backbone of Michigan’s economy, and Kamala Harris’ actions have only shown that she will destroy it,” the statement added. “If Kamala Harris has her way with a gas-powered car ban, Michigan will lose, at a minimum, 40,000 jobs. It’s painfully clear that Michiganders cannot afford four more years of Kamala Harris, and voters in the Great Lakes State are eager to hear how President Trump will lower inflation and protect the auto industry.”
And Harris? Well, she’s tried to wiggle her way out of this one, but let’s not forget her CNN interview where she doubled down on addressing the so-called “climate crisis”. Sure, she claims she doesn’t support an electric vehicle mandate, but when you’re also pushing deadlines and emissions regulations that target gas-powered vehicles, how much clearer can it be?
Let’s be real: Flint, once the thriving “Vehicle City” at the height of Michigan’s auto industry, has seen its share of struggles. The water crisis, the economic downturn—it’s a tough place. And Trump has been there before, back in 2016 when his motorcade was met by angry residents.
But this time, he’s returning to a city that’s part of the bigger battle for Michigan’s future. He may have lost Genesee County in 2016 and 2020, but the margin is shrinking. Michigan, as everyone knows, is a vital battleground state, and Trump isn’t about to let it slip away without a fight.
So, can Trump flip this state back to red? With polls showing Harris barely leading him by less than a point, this town hall is no small deal. It’s a bold move, but then again, Trump is never one to shy away from a challenge, especially when the stakes are this high. Michigan voters are feeling the heat of inflation, job losses, and skyrocketing costs—and they’re eager to hear how Trump plans to fix it.
This isn’t just about Flint or Genesee County—this is about sending a message loud and clear to the entire Great Lakes State: the choice in November is between more economic pain or the opportunity to make America great again. Buckle up, Michigan—this election season is just getting started.
