Ford in Talks With US on Defense-Related Projects, CEO Says

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Ford Motor Co. is in early discussions with the Trump administration about working on defense projects, Chief Executive Officer Jim Farley said.

“We are in early discussions with the US government on some defense-related projects,” Farley said during the company’s earnings call, adding that he can’t offer any specifics.