Episode 150 – Putting the Band Back Together - U.S. Trade Policy

Trade policy is back at the center of the economic conversation. In this episode of Current Account, Clay examines a series of major developments that could reshape the U.S. trade landscape in the months ahead. He breaks down the administration’s efforts to rebuild broad tariff authority following February's Supreme Court ruling, the growing role of Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232 trade authorities, and what upcoming deadlines could mean for businesses and global markets. Clay also explores the latest uncertainty surrounding the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) after the United States declined to renew the pact for another 16-year term. The discussion offers a practical look at where trade negotiations stand and why tariffs are likely to remain a defining feature of U.S. economic policy. This IIF Podcast was hosted by Clay Lowery, Executive Vice President, Research and Policy, with production and research contributions from Christian Klein, Digital Graphics and Production Associate and Miranda Silverman, Senior Program Assistant.