China EV company ignites surprising jobs controversy in US
Global trade concerns trigger Americans' emotions in an unexpected way.
Jim Chapman, newly appointed township supervisor of Green Charter Township in Western Michigan, quickly realized that his responsibilities extended beyond simple governance. His town, a small rural community, had faced economic decline for decades.
Many young residents left searching for better opportunities, leaving behind an aging population with limited prospects.
But in the summer of 2022, Chapman learned of a potential game-changing investment — a major international electric vehicle battery manufacturer planned to build a factory in town.
