Ford Motor Co. faces a standoff with U.S. Senator Ted Cruz over a planned Senate Commerce Committee hearing. The hearing, focused on vehicle affordability, is scheduled for January 14.
The Texas Republican invited the CEOs of Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis to appear. This joint testimony by the Detroit Three chiefs would be the first since the 2008 financial crisis.
Ford objects to CEO Jim Farley attending the session. The company cites issues with the hearing’s subject matter, noting the scheduling conflicts directly with the annual Detroit Auto Show.
This situation could escalate into a public political dispute for Ford as it navigates a complex regulatory and economic landscape.