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Democrats debate trade policy, seeking to restore congressional authority

Democrats are divided on how to approach trade policy following their congressional victory, with some advocating for a return to congressional authority over tariffs and others seeking to leverage them for progressive goals. The author argues that both the Trump and Biden administrations pursued ineffective trade policies that harmed American workers and alienated allies. The piece emphasizes the need for Congress to re-establish its role in setting trade objectives, including enforceable labor and environmental standards, rather than relying on unilateral tariff actions that have proven counterproductive. AI

RANK_REASON The article is an opinion piece from a former trade negotiator offering analysis and recommendations on US trade policy.

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Democrats debate trade policy, seeking to restore congressional authority

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Desirée LeClercq ·

    Democrats won Congress. Now they must win back trade policy

    Taking back tariff power won’t be enough.