Sharon Terlep

Sharon Terlep, an automotive industry reporter for The Wall Street Journal, dives into GM's dramatic shift in electric vehicle strategy. She discusses how GM transitioned from a bold 2021 all-electric vision to a stance opposing stringent emissions rules. Sharon outlines consumer hesitance due to infrastructure and range anxiety, and highlights GM's aggressive lobbying to reshape policies. The conversation reveals how prioritizing plants and profits influenced GM's decisions, impacting not just the company but the entire auto industry’s electrification pace.

Sharon Terlep, an auto industry reporter for The Wall Street Journal, dives into the recent massive immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia, highlighting its historical significance. She discusses how the raid, affecting around 475 individuals, reveals the clash between strict immigration policies and efforts to rebuild U.S. manufacturing. Terlep explains the implications for local jobs, foreign investments, and the manufacturing sector's future amid regulatory changes. The conversation raises questions about balancing economic growth with immigration enforcement.