Navistar Plant in Ohio Lays Off Nearly 1,400 Workers
Nearly 1,400 workers were laid off at the Navistar truck factory in southwestern Ohio, days before a rally by Donald Trump was scheduled to take place nearby.
Detroit, MI, October 3, 2026 —
Approximately 1,400 employees have been laid off at the Navistar truck manufacturing plant located in southwestern Ohio. The workforce reductions occurred just days prior to a scheduled rally in the vicinity by former President Donald Trump.
Details regarding the specific reasons for the layoffs, the exact date of the workforce reduction, and the duration of the layoffs were not provided in the available information. The Navistar facility is a significant employer in the region.
The timing of the layoffs has drawn attention due to the proximity of a planned political rally. Further information about the company’s operational status, the affected workers, and any potential impact on the local economy is pending.
Story summarized from the original created by Josh Boak, Associated Press on www.clickondetroit.com, see more information here.
