U.S. Trade Deficit With the World Breaks Record, Surpasses $1.2 Trillion
Thanks in no small part to a strong dollar, and the animal spirits of the U.S consumer and businesses, the United States goods trade deficit broke a record in 2024.
America’s Growing Food Trade Deficit Threatens Family Farms
It’s past time for Washington to implement a trade policy that rebuilds independence and prosperity for America’s domestic farmers and manufacturers.
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.
Trump’s Three-Pronged Tariff Strategy
The tariff threats against America’s northern and southern neighbors were designed to exact concessions from these countries to help Trump address the flow of migrants and drugs across the border.
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.
CPA Praises Trump Administration’s Universal Tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China
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.
Howard Lutnick Goes Big on ‘Reciprocal’ Tariffs, Reshoring Supply Chains
Trump’s Commerce Secretary pick Howard Lutnick, former head of Cantor Fitzgerald in Manhattan, faced off with the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday in his nomination hearing.
Trump’s America First Trade Policy: CPA Reviews New Trade Agenda
On day one of the new administration, rather than any new tariffs, President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum titled America First Trade Policy.
Chinese Solar Giant JA Solar Added to UFLPA Entity List
JA Solar is a member of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)—a solar importers lobby deeply connected to Chinese companies—that has been a consistent advocate for policies to benefit China solar imports.
Free Trade Agreements Have Damaged U.S. Agricultural Trade Performance
Decades of free trade agreements have led to a record $39 billion agricultural trade deficit in 2024, undermining the broader U.S. agricultural industry.
