Plenty of updates to follow on the tariff announcement. Great to be included in the coverage by
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Chrystia Freeland’s resignation letter is on point— emphasizing the grave trade challenge facing Canada, and a need for determination in pushing back against economic nationalism in the United States.

Thanks to the Consumer Brands Association for hosting this discussion on tariffs and manufacturing today, and to Steve Clemons for moderating! It was a lively debate, and I really enjoyed being part of the conversation, where I talked about steel protectionism, baby formula, and the 301 tariffs.

Canada is the top export market for 36 U.S. states, and Mexico for six.

Another great trade fact from Ed Gresser! mailchi.mp/ppionline/tr...

I always find it laughable that Canada thinks it has some unique relationship with the United States, so much so that it is willing to toss Mexico aside and undermine it's negotiating position. Good luck guys, this plan is destined to fail.
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Trump picks Lutnick for Commerce, but what does it mean for him to have direct responsibility for USTR? Thought that Lighthizer was supposed to be the trade czar? www.cnn.com/2024/11/19/p...

There are protectionists on both sides, and they have more in common with each other than their own parties. Exhibit A.

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