New Delhi, April 29 -- As US President Donald Trump celebrates his first 100 days in office, he is heading to Michigan for a rally, marking a pivotal moment in his bid to energise his base in a key battleground state. Michigan, a state that flipped from the Democratic to the Republican Party in the 2024 election, is facing a range of economic challenges, especially within its critical auto industry. The state, known as the birthplace of the American automotive industry, particularly through Detroit, is grappling with rising unemployment, job losses, and an economic slowdown.

Michigan, particularly its largest city, Detroit, holds a significant place in the history of the American automotive industry. The state's pivotal role in the rise ...