Howard Lutnick understands that America’s trade policies must put U.S. producers, workers, and national security first. His leadership at the Commerce Department will be crucial in ensuring President Trump’s America First Trade Policy is fully implemented.
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.
For far too long, America has been at the mercy of foreign producers that routinely violate FDA safety regulations for life-saving medicines, generic drugs, and essential medical equipment.
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.
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.
Nippon Steel is a state-backed predator that has a rap sheet of bad behavior, including unlawful dumping, that has weakened U.S. Steel, America’s domestic steel industry, and our national security.
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.
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.
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.
CPA strongly supports the Trump administration’s expected announcement today imposing 25% universal tariffs on Mexico and Canada and 10% universal tariffs on China—a long-overdue step to rebalance trade, strengthen U.S. manufacturing, and restore American economic independence.
