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Ford Faces 4,000 Job Cuts Amid European Worker Strike

5/14/2025

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The U.S. auto industry is in turmoil, grappling with tariffs and fierce competition, leading Ford to announce a staggering 4,000 job cuts in Europe by 2027. In response, workers in Cologne are rallying for a strike on May 14, 2025, as strong union support could sway Ford's final decision on these layoffs.

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The U.S. auto industry is in turmoil, grappling with tariffs and fierce competition, leading Ford to announce a staggering 4,000 job cuts in Europe by 2027. In response, workers in Cologne are rallying for a strike on May 14, 2025, as strong union support could sway Ford's final decision on these layoffs.