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In the aftermath of the Smoot–Hawley Tariff Act of 1930, it became apparent that Congress might be poorly suited to manage US trade policy on its own. In the century since, the legislature has delegated some of its constitutionally enumerated authorities to the president under the belief that the executive branch could effectively represent US interests in trade negotiations while Congress gives input and ultimate approval.
Does this premise still hold today? The second Trump administration’s actions strongly suggest that the delicate trade policy relationship between Congress and the executive is ripe for a strategic realignment. On July 14, join AEI’s Neena Shenai for a panel featuring experts with significant experiences across government, think tanks, and the academy.
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In the aftermath of the Smoot–Hawley Tariff Act of 1930, it became apparent that Congress might be poorly suited to manage US trade policy on its own. In the century since, the legislature has delegated some of its constitutionally enumerated authorities to the president under the belief that the executive branch could effectively represent US interests in trade negotiations while Congress gives input and ultimate approval.
Does this premise still hold today? The second Trump administration’s actions strongly suggest that the delicate trade policy relationship between Congress and the executive is ripe for a strategic realignment. On July 14, join AEI’s Neena Shenai for a panel featuring experts with significant experiences across government, think tanks, and the academy.
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AEI operates independently of any political party and does not take institutional positions on any issues. AEI scholars, fellows, and their guests frequently take positions on policy and other issues. When they do, they speak for themselves and not for AEI or its trustees or other scholars or employees.
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#aei #news #politics #government #education #livestream #live #economics #internationaltrade #useconomy
