US President Donald Trump and CEO of Ford Jim Farley clap, as President Trump visits a Ford production center, in Dearborn, Michigan, US. (IMAGE: REUTERS)
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News1814-01-2026, 21:47

Ford Suspends Worker for Heckling Trump During Michigan Factory Visit

  • Ford Motor suspended T.J. Sabula, a factory worker, for heckling President Donald Trump during his visit to a Michigan truck plant.
  • Sabula reportedly shouted "pedophile protector" as Trump passed by during the Tuesday visit, which aimed to highlight US auto manufacturing.
  • Video footage showed Trump responding by pointing at Sabula and raising his middle finger.
  • The incident has sparked debate about political expression in the workplace, with Sabula stating he had "no regrets whatsoever."
  • Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell urged restraint, hoping Ford would not fire Sabula, while the White House defended Trump's reaction.

Why It Matters: Ford suspended a worker for heckling Trump, sparking debate on workplace political expression.

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