The new trade agreement between the United States, Mexico, and Canada begins operation today after years of effort to revamp its predecessor, NAFTA.
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EducationEnergyFederalHealthcareImmigration & BorderTaxes & SpendingTradeTrump Delivers 2020 State of the Union Address, Highlights Economic Growth, Border Security
Daniel FriendFebruary 5, 2020
President Trump gave his annual address to Congress on Tuesday night, emphasizing the economic growth under his administration and the progress being made in securing the southern border.
FederalIssuesTradePresident Trump, in Austin, Speaks to Farm Bureau on USMCA, China, and 2020 Election
Brad JohnsonJanuary 20, 2020
President Trump visited Austin on Sunday to tout recent progress on trade deals before the American Farm Bureau Federation's annual gathering.
FederalIssuesTradeUSMCA Trade Deal Passes Senate, Awaits President Trump’s Signature
Brad JohnsonJanuary 16, 2020
The USMCA, which has been in the works for the better part of two years, now awaits the final stop before ratification — a presidential signature.
FederalIssuesStatewide NewsTradePresident Trump Signs “Phase One” Trade Deal with China
Brad JohnsonJanuary 15, 2020
According to President Trump, discussions over "Phase Two" of the China trade deal will begin immediately.
FederalStatewide NewsTradeTrade Policy Remains Critical Ongoing Issue for Country, Texas in New Year
Brad JohnsonJanuary 7, 2020
With the USMCA awaiting action in the U.S. Senate and a deal with China announced, Trump's focus on trade continues into 2020.
The USMCA had bipartisan support in both chambers of Congress.
FederalIssuesTradeUSMCA Trade Agreement Passes House
Brad JohnsonDecember 19, 2019
The USMCA trade agreement, which has been referred to as NAFTA 2.0, passed the House today. Debate will now move to the Senate.
FederalTradeUSMCA Deal Reached As House Democrats Bring Two Articles of Impeachment Against the President
Sarah McConnellDecember 10, 2019
Earlier today, the same day House Democrats brought two articles of impeachment against President Trump, a new trade agreement was reached after more than a year of stalled negotiations.
FederalTradeTexas Delegation Rallies For Trade Deal Passage Amidst Impeachment Proceedings
Brad JohnsonDecember 5, 2019
Passage of the USMCA trade deal — often referred to as NAFTA 2.0 — has largely been ignored as the House has focused on its impeachment inquiry.
Elections 2020FederalHealthcareImmigration & BorderTaxes & SpendingTradeDemocratic Presidential Debate Highlights Impeachment Hearings, Far-Left Policies
Brad JohnsonNovember 21, 2019
Democratic presidential candidates congregated in Atlanta for the fifth debate of the primary. There are 74 days until the Iowa caucuses in early February.
FederalTradePresident Trump Visits Apple Facility in Austin as Impeachment Hearings Continue in DC
Brad JohnsonNovember 20, 2019
As public testimony continues in the House's impeachment proceedings, President Trump is back in Texas to tour Apple's Austin-based manufacturing facility.
FederalTradeSen. Ted Cruz Calls for Removal of Policy Protecting “Big Tech” in Trade Deals
Brad JohnsonNovember 13, 2019
As tech companies are increasingly accused of censoring speech they don't like, Sen. Ted Cruz comes out against enshrining protections for them in trade deals.
EnergyImmigration & BorderIssuesTaxes & SpendingTradeVideoVoices of TexasCongressman Roger Williams Talks Impeachment, Border Security, and China Trade Tariffs on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsNovember 11, 2019
Rep. Roger Williams joins our podcast to discuss the impeachment inquiry, the ongoing border crisis, and the trade war with China.
FederalTradeOver $630 Million in Federal Bailouts Went to Texas Farmers
Brad JohnsonOctober 25, 2019
Texas farmers have been reeling from tariffs, but these federal handouts and the potential USMCA passage has alleviated some of their concerns.
FederalIssuesTradePresident Trump Announces New Set of Tariffs on the European Union
Brad JohnsonOctober 8, 2019
The Trump administration's strategy of using tariffs as bargaining tools continues as the U.S. gains a WTO victory over the E.U.
EnergyIssuesTradeDepartment of Energy Says Natural Gas Key to Decreasing Emissions in Europe and Asia
Brad JohnsonSeptember 30, 2019
A new study touts potential environmental benefits as countries increasingly move towards natural gas to meet their energy needs.
IssuesLocal NewsStatewide NewsTradeApple to Assemble New Mac Pro in Austin
Brad JohnsonSeptember 24, 2019
Apple, one of the world's largest companies, says it will assemble the new Mac Pro computer in Austin now that they have tariff waivers for some parts made in China.
Statewide NewsTaxes & SpendingTradeGov. Abbott Travels to Japan and South Korea, Aims to Strengthen Economic Ties
Sarah McConnellSeptember 23, 2019
On an economic and business development mission, Gov. Abbott travels to Japan and South Korea to strengthen ties between Texas and the two nations.
86th LegislatureElections 2020GunsImmigration & BorderIssuesLocal NewsTaxes & SpendingTradeFredericksburg Tea Party Energized for 2020, Invigorated by Border Security and Gun Rights
Brad JohnsonSeptember 23, 2019
The Saturday night gathering celebrated a decade of activism as one of Texas' most active and influential Tea Party groups.