Ford and General Motors are each donating $1 million and providing vehicles to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, as confirmed by GM on Dec. 26. Both automakers have historically supported previous presidential inaugurations, though specifics were not provided. Inaugural committees oversee presidential inaugural ceremonies and related activities, per the Federal Election Commission. Businesses like Amazon, Uber, and Toyota reportedly contribute, fueling speculation that the inauguration could surpass the $107 million fundraising record set in 2017. Michigan automakers may seek to influence Trump’s stance on key issues, including a proposed 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada and the potential removal of a $7,500 EV tax credit.
