Republican Governors Association urges Congress to ratify USMCA
The Republican Governors Association is urging congressional leaders to pass the USMCA a trade deal. One America’s Sani Unutoa has more on their efforts to get the agreement ratified.
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President Trump to meet with Russia’s Putin next week at G20 summit in Japan
President Trump is slated to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin for the first time since their meeting in Helsinki, Finland.
President Trump speaks with Chinese President Xi
President Trump recently spoke with Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding trade negotiations.
Report: China crackdown on Hong Kong to fuel U.S. trade tensions
The ongoing political tensions in Hong Kong could reportedly make it harder for China to reach a trade agreement with the U.S. One America’s Kristian Rouz explains.
President Trump mulls tariffs on French wine unless EU reduces own duties
President Trump is reportedly considering slapping tariffs on French wine to protect U.S. winemakers.
‘Victorian-era’ postal treaty incentivizes Chinese imports
Despite being the world’s second largest economy, China is still classified as a developing country. This means its receiving the same subsidized shipping rates as Cuba and Botswana. This has created a huge competitive disadvantage for many small businesses in the U.S. One America’s John Hines has more from Washington.
President Trump defends using trade tariffs
President Trump is defending his right to issue trade tariffs by saying it is an effective way to level the economic playing field.
Treasury Secy Mnuchin: Pres. Trump to meet with Pres. Xi this month
Trade Secretary Steven Mnuchin says China is ready to come back to the table and resume negotiations. Speaking from a summit of finance ministers in Japan Saturday, Mnuchin said President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are planning to meet at a G-20 summit at the end of this month. The meeting is expected to put trade negotiations back on track, after talks broke down about a month ago amid tariff threats from both sides.