Tariffs Ripple Through the Auto Supply Chain

Across the auto industry, small suppliers are bearing the brunt of new tariffs—often before major manufacturers. In Michigan, SMT Automation, a small machinery maker for auto plants, saw Q1 revenue plunge by 40%, forcing an immediate reduction in staff. President Elena Morales added:

"We had forecast to have a lot of work this year… Now, most companies are pushing back order times. The new building is empty and we have been letting people go." - Elena Morales, Financial Post

This isn’t abstract trade talk—it’s real jobs lost, delayed projects, and halted expansion plans at small suppliers. Sign the letter today and stand with those keeping America’s manufacturing engine running.