This story smells of piping fresh BS. It is another of those “sources tell us” pieces.
I concur. I seriously doubt the veracity of this story.
I live in Alabama, which is one of the most Pro-Trump states. Mercedes Benz is a major employer and investor.
There is a huge Mercedes plant located outside of Tuscaloosa which employs thousands, including one of my close relatives. They are extremely important to the Alabama economy.
Even Coach Nick Saban, the Alabama Crimson Tide Football Coach owns a couple of large Mercedes dealerships in the state.
I seriously doubt that President Trump would do something that would seriously anger or hurt his loyal base.