Trump's economic victory lap hits a reality check from his own supporters

President Donald Trump told supporters during a visit to a General Motors plant in Michigan that the state is “thriving,” crediting his tariff policies for an “unprecedented” auto-industry boom. He said tariffs are “amazing” for General Motors and later echoed the claim at a rally in Milford, north of Detroit. The message is landing amid complaints that higher import taxes are raising costs and contributing to higher prices, while gasoline prices tied to the Iran conflict further pressure budgets. Economists and industry groups warn tariffs increase production costs, and Michigan’s political contest is especially sensitive as voters weigh affordability.