Summary
Krysten Lawton works at Ford's engine plant in Windsor, Canada, where her family has been employed for generations. The plant and the local economy are heavily impacted by tariff threats from the United States, which could affect jobs and manufacturing output.
Key Facts
- Krysten Lawton works in health and safety at Ford's engine plant in Windsor, Ontario.
- Lawton's family has a long history of working in the auto industry in Windsor.
- Windsor has a strong manufacturing sector, employing 19% of its workforce.
- The U.S. has imposed tariffs on steel, aluminum, and automobiles, impacting Canada.
- President Trump has threatened further tariffs on Canadian goods.
- Canadian manufacturing significantly contributes to exports, with millions of jobs linked.
- Tariffs and uncertainty have led to anxiety among workers and affected investments.
- Canada’s GDP fell, mainly due to the hit on manufacturing jobs and output.
