WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump mentioned the administration would assist the U.S. auto business handle the influence of the coronavirus amid issues in regards to the well being of auto-parts producers.

“Were watching the auto business very a lot,” Trump mentioned Thursday on a name with state governors. “Were going to be serving to them out at the least just a little bit they usuallyve form of requested some assist, and it wasnt their fault what occurred. So well be taking good care of the auto business.”

His remark was prompted by Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who mentioned she had issues in regards to the funds of some auto elements suppliers.

Earlier Thursday, the Motor Tools Producers Affiliation requested congressional leaders to create a "Manufacturing Emergency Help" grant program "to maintain the doorways open, protect jobs, and stop bankruptcies within the very important manufacturing sector."

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