Bush Hands Car Keys to Obama in GM Chrysler Rescue
President Bush unveils a $17 billion auto rescue aimed at saving General Motors and Chrysler, preserving industry viability into the Obama era. The loans, issued via TARP, can be revised by Barack Obama, with UAW concessions and potential CEO changes under consideration as restructuring proceeds.
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The $17.4 billion auto bailout helps GM pay bills and avert immediate bankruptcy, with Chrysler poised to survive to March while its long term fate is uncertain. Ford plans to avoid federal aid but remains wary of supplier ripple effects. Workers face job cuts or pay reductions as automakers press for viability, and union members like GM’s Flint employee express pessimism about living standards.
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