GOP presidential hopefuls criticize auto worker strike, cite Reagan firing of federal employees
- Sen. Tim Scott referenced Reagan's firing of striking federal workers as a "great example" when asked about the auto strike.
- Scott criticized Biden's support for the striking workers, suggesting he is influenced by unions.
- Scott has criticized teachers unions and now the United Auto Workers throughout his campaign.
- Trump took a sympathetic tone towards auto workers but criticized the UAW president.
- Other GOP candidates like DeSantis and Burgum expressed concerns about electric vehicles but did not criticize the workers.