CPA Announces Leadership Changes as CEO Michael Stumo Joins Trump Administration

CPA Announces Leadership Changes as CEO Michael Stumo Joins Trump Administration

CPA announced key leadership changes as CEO Michael Stumo steps down to take on a new role in the Trump administration. Jon Toomey has been elevated as President of CPA to lead the organization and Nick Iacovella has been promoted to Executive Vice President.

CPA Applauds President Trump’s Global Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

CPA Applauds President Trump’s Global Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

This long-overdue action will protect American manufacturers and workers from the devastating surge of foreign imports that has harmed U.S. industry, particularly from Mexico in blatant violation of the 2019 Joint Steel and Aluminum Agreement.

CPA Chairman: U.S. Must Impose Tariffs on Steel Imports

CPA Chairman: U.S. Must Impose Tariffs on Steel Imports

America’s steel industry supports millions of American workers and is the backbone of critical industries. By imposing tariffs on steel imports and its derivatives, Trump can restore America’s industrial strength and secure a prosperous future for workers.

JQI Continues to Decline Even Amid Improving Economic Conditions

JQI Continues to Decline Even Amid Improving Economic Conditions

The U.S. Private Sector Job Quality Index (JQI) is now 84.04, down by 0.49% compared to last month. This continues the multi-month JQI decline trend. Meanwhile, the overall January 2025 Jobs Report from the government’s Bureau of Labor Statistics showed 143,000 jobs added in January.

CPA Strongly Supports Jamieson Greer as the Next U.S. Trade Representative

CPA Strongly Supports Jamieson Greer as the Next U.S. Trade Representative

CPA submitted a formal statement of support to the Senate Finance Committee, urging Greer’s confirmation and highlighting his leadership in implementing policies that protected U.S. manufacturers, farmers, and ranchers from being displaced by imports.

CPA Praises Trump Administration’s Action to Close De Minimis Loophole for China

CPA Praises Trump Administration’s Action to Close De Minimis Loophole for China

As of today, all merchandise originating in China must enter the United States through standard customs procedures, submit full import documentation, and pay applicable duties and taxes—a long-overdue reform to restore order and accountability to America’s trade system.

CPA Hires EJ Valentine as Director of Government Relations

CPA Hires EJ Valentine as Director of Government Relations

Valentine will bolster CPA’s advocacy efforts at the federal, state, and local levels, working to advance pro-American trade and economic policies that support domestic manufacturing, strengthen supply chains, and protect American workers.