The head of Audi ignites Germany by campaigning with Trump with the promise of a factory

Audi's CEO Gernot Döllner faced backlash in Germany after appearing at a Trump rally to announce a $4 billion investment in a new U.S. factory. His presence alongside Trump, who he thanked for support, sparked criticism from unions and politicians, especially as German workers face job cuts. The investment promises 4,500 jobs and a production capacity of 200,000 vehicles annually, but critics argue it undermines German employment. Döllner's actions were seen as politically inappropriate, violating Audi's internal neutrality guidelines. Despite the controversy, he defended his appearance as a business opportunity, while Volkswagen's president supported the North American growth strategy. The investment still requires approval from Volkswagen's supervisory board.