Economy

Clinton Criticizes Trump’s Economic Plan and Commits to Supporting Workers, Reports Reuters

By Jonathan Allen

WARREN, Mich. (Reuters) – Hillary Clinton, a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination, criticized her opponent Donald Trump on Thursday, claiming he lacks substantial plans to support middle-class families. She asserted that his proposals, which include tax cuts and aggressive trade rhetoric, could lead to an economic recession.

"He’s offered no credible plans to address the challenges facing working families today," Clinton stated during a visit to Futuramic, a high-tech factory specializing in aerospace components.

Clinton emphasized that Trump, the Republican nominee, would eliminate regulations designed to hold corporations accountable, reduce taxes for millionaires and Wall Street financial managers, and abolish the estate tax that generally impacts wealthy individuals.

While Clinton did not introduce any new initiatives, she aimed to question Trump’s self-portrayal as an advocate for working-class Americans. Trump is banking on his appeal to blue-collar voters concerned about global trade to enhance his chances in crucial states like Pennsylvania and Ohio.

During her speech, Clinton reiterated many policies she had previously outlined to differentiate herself from Trump, who has provided significantly fewer details about his agenda as the election approaches on November 8.

In an interview with Fox News later that day, Trump insisted he would cut corporate taxes to encourage job creation in the U.S., asserting that Clinton would need to increase taxes to fund her proposed social programs.

Trump delivered an economic address in Detroit on Monday and recently named his economic advisors, which Clinton dismissed as "six guys named Steve." He also announced nine additional members to his council, eight of whom are women, including notable figures from various industries.

Concerns regarding trade agreements have emerged as a key issue in the 2016 election, and Clinton refuted Trump’s narrative that she merely pretends to oppose the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a deal she supported while serving as Secretary of State from 2009 to 2013 but has since criticized.

Additionally, Clinton stated her intention to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement, originally signed by her husband, former President Bill Clinton. Trump frequently denounces this agreement, claiming it has harmed American jobs.

"It’s true that too often past trade deals have been presented to the American public with overly optimistic projections that did not materialize," Clinton told a gathering of factory workers. "The solution is not to isolate ourselves or respond with anger."

"The solution is to ensure that trade works in our favor, not against us," she asserted. "My message to every worker in Michigan and throughout America is clear: I will oppose any trade agreements that jeopardize jobs or suppress wages, including the Trans-Pacific Partnership."

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