Trump Visits Detroit Amid Tariff Concerns and Primary Elections

President Donald Trump is set to visit suburban Detroit on Monday to tout his handling of the economy, despite facing criticism for new Canadian tariffs that could hurt Michigan businesses.

The president will be visiting a General Motors facility in Milford, which is home to tracks and proving grounds for new models and vehicles. The event coincides with early voting for Michigan's Aug. 4 primary, where Republican Rep. John James is vying for the gubernatorial nomination against Trump-backed candidate Perry Johnson.

Michigan's economy relies heavily on Canada, but Trump has imposed tariffs as high as 50% on a wide array of Canadian products, including cars. The move has sparked concerns about the state's economic future and could be a liability for Republicans trying to hold control of Congress in November.