TRADE POLICY

Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Who's Who in Trump's Economic Team: Meet Greer and Hassett

Donald Trump just added two key players to his economic team. Jamieson Greer, a lawyer from Washington, has been chosen to be the new US trade representative. Greer is no stranger to trade policy; he used to work closely with Robert Lighthizer, who was the trade representative during Trump's first t

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Steven Mnuchin: Not Returning to Trump's Team, But Offers Advice

Former U. S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has made it clear that he won't be a part of President-elect Trump's new administration. However, he's eager to share his insights with whoever takes over his old role. Mnuchin feels strongly about maintaining and improving the United States' trade poli

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Oct 28 2024BUSINESS

Trade Wars: Who Wins, Who Loses?

Tariffs can really slow down economic growth, making a country less rich than it could be. Free trade helps boost wealth by letting nations make things they're best at. The U. S. excels at making advanced planes, like those from Boeing, and high-tech chips, like ones made by Nvidia. Plus, it's cheap

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Oct 26 2024FINANCE

Germany's Finance Minister Warns: Trade Disputes Hit Every Side

Germany's finance minister, Christian Lindner, has a clear message: if the U. S. starts a trade war with the European Union (EU), Germany is ready to fight back. Speaking at the International Monetary Fund's annual meeting in Washington D. C. , Lindner said that trade disputes don't have winners, on

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Oct 17 2024POLITICS

Janet Yellen Warns: Tariffs Boost Inflation, Hurt Businesses

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is going to speak up against the idea of widespread tariffs, labeling them as a bad move. She'll be talking at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York City tomorrow afternoon. Just a few weeks before the election, voters care a lot about the economy. Trump's been

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

Tariffs: A Hot Topic in US Politics Today

Have you ever wondered why some people love tariffs, while others hate them? It's all about perspective. Tariffs have been around since ancient times and were once a big way for governments to make money. But now, they’re not so popular. Many argue that removing trade barriers helps economies grow a

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Sep 23 2024BUSINESS

Safe Driving, Strong Borders: The Biden Administration's Move to Secure the Roads

It's a no-brainer that connected vehicles have brought about numerous benefits, such as improved safety and enhanced navigation. However, this influx of technology has also brought forth new and escalating threats to our national security. The Biden administration has taken a crucial step to address

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Sep 23 2024BUSINESS

Smart Car Restrictions: A Move for National Security or Protectionism?

The US Commerce Department has proposed a ban on the sale and import of smart vehicles that use specific Chinese or Russian technology due to national security concerns. This decision was made after a government investigation found that these technologies pose a range of national security risks, inc

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Sep 06 2024OPINION

Is America's Foreign Policy Leaving American Workers Behind?

You've probably heard that free trade is good for everyone. But what if it's only good for some? This article argues that America's recent foreign policy, focused on free trade and open borders, has actually hurt American workers. It claims that while CEOs and investors have seen their profits skyr

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