China Reacts Strongly to Mexico Engaging with Trump on Trade
China Warns Mexico Over Proposed Tariffs On Friday, Bloomberg reported that China is responding to Mexico’s plans to impose tariffs on Chinese goods, which seem to align with President Donald Trump’s trade policies. The Chinese Commerce Ministry advised Mexico to reconsider its intended 50% tariffs on vehicles and various products from China. A translation of […]
Trade Desk’s surprising catch sets new state record for swordfish
Swordfish Adventure Off Orange Beach It all started as a later thought to target swordfish when the 60-foot Hatteras, named Trade Desk, left Orange Beach. The plan was for a three-day catch-and-release fishing trip. Robert Fritze, along with his father Ron and four friends—Harold Wells, Jamie Boyd, Wes Hagler, and Robert Parks—had mapped out their […]
Why We Should Support Hawley’s Stock Trade Ban
Senator Josh Hawley Moves Forward on Stock Trading Ban Missouri Senator Josh Hawley is receiving some recognition lately for advancing his Congressional No Share Trade Commission bill from committee to the Senate floor. Notably, all Democrats on the committee supported the legislation. This bill is aimed at banning members of Congress, the future president, the […]
Wellborn battles international trade issues to safeguard the U.S. cabinet sector and employment.
In Ashland, Alabama, a Battle for American Manufacturing In the serene hills of Ashland, Alabama, a thick layer of sawdust might still linger, hinting at the hard work poured into local craftsmanship. Stephen Wellborn, a second-generation manufacturer, is determined to address a silent crisis that many of us may not even be aware of. He’s […]
Wellborn takes a stand against international trade unfairness to safeguard the U.S. cabinet sector and employment.
Fighting for American Jobs in Ashland In the serene hills of Ashland, Alabama, sawdust lingers on work boots, serving as a reminder of the hard work and dedication that fuels the local economy. It’s here that one man is tackling an issue many of us might not even realize we’re facing. Stephen Wellborn isn’t a […]
China Reacts Strongly After US Points Out Major Flaw In Trade Discussions
China Stands Firm Against US Oil Import Restrictions China is responding robustly to US efforts aimed at restricting oil imports from Russia and Iran, revealing some vulnerabilities in its trade dealings. On July 29, a warning came from the US that if it continued to purchase oil from these nations, it would impose 100% tariffs […]
Daniel McCarthy: A Trade Insight from Trump for Economists
Are We Still Tired of Winning? A Look at America’s Trade War If America is indeed embroiled in a trade war, one might wonder—are we still enjoying the spoils of victory? The Financial Times boldly claims that “Donald Trump will win $50 billion in tariffs as the world’s ‘chicken,’” highlighting an ongoing narrative. The subhead […]
If the Court Overturns Trump’s IEEPA Tariffs, This is How the America First Trade Plan Can Endure
Trump’s April 2 tariff release is nearing its conclusion, but the Court of Appeals has ruled that using the International Economic Emergency Rights Act (IEEPA) for worldwide tariffs is illegal. As a result, the initial trade agenda may endure. So far, neither Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent nor the President seems overly concerned about the tariffs […]
Time is Running Out for US Trade Partners as Trump’s Tariff Deadline Nears
Tariffs Set to Roll Out Amid Trade Negotiations As President Donald Trump’s expansive tariffs are set to take effect on Friday, many major trading partners are already steeped in negotiations, while others face the imminent risk of penalties. The August 1 deadline, dubbed “liberation day” by Trump, will initiate new tariff rates first announced in […]
Trump Warns of Disrupted Trade Agreement with Canada Following Canadian Government’s Decision to Acknowledge a Palestinian State
Trump Responds to Canada’s Recognition of Palestinian State Late Wednesday, President Donald Trump threatened to hinder trade negotiations with Canada following the country’s announcement about recognizing a Palestinian state. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney revealed during a press conference that Canada plans to support the Palestinian state at the upcoming UN General Assembly in September. […]