Audi commissioners meet after 'embarrassing' performance by CEO at Trump

During a campaign event in Georgia, Trump announced Audi's plan to build its first U.S. factory, a $4 billion investment. This announcement, made just days before the midterm elections, drew criticism from German officials, particularly Daniela Cavallo of Volkswagen Group, who condemned the executives' support for Trump. She highlighted the negative implications of Trump's rhetoric, while IG Metall's Christiane Benner accused Audi's leadership of violating political neutrality. Despite the backlash, Audi maintains that the announcement was a business decision, pending approval from Volkswagen's supervisory board, which includes employee representatives. Audi is also set to release its third-quarter financial results soon.