The conversation around foreign automotive imports is no longer just about market competition; it is about protecting the foundation of the domestic economy. Live from the 2026 Auto Forum New York, Senator @BernieMorenoforohio laid out the severe macroeconomic consequences of allowing dozens of heavily subsidized foreign brands to wage a price war on US soil. The critical takeaway is that defending the US auto industry is synonymous with protecting tens of millions of jobs, and a massive percentage of our GDP. The proposed solution is a zero-tolerance, hermetically sealed market encompassing hardware, software, and joint ventures, ensuring the domestic workforce doesn't become collateral damage in a foreign race to the bottom. Watch full episodes from the 2026 Auto Forum New York at the link in our bio.