Monthly Archives: November 2024

TRUMP & NEW TARIFFS — CRONY CAPITALISM, CHANGING THE TRADE SYSTEM AND DISREGARD OF INTERNATIONAL LAW.

      Trump’s announcement of proposed tariffs on Mexico, China and Canada for his first day in office is signaling no uncertain terms his contempt for treaties, international law, the global trading system (to change it) and a return … Continue reading

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TRUMP 2.0 — Corrosive Trade Battles (Domestic Lobbying and Litigation) and General Disdain for International Law.

     It is clear that his Trump’s 2.0 trade policies will have an impact on domestic politics that will lead to crony capitalism and corrosive battles between competing interest groups — especially over formulating new tariffs and applying for … Continue reading

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Trump 2.0 and Trade — “Buckle Up”

       Donald Trump and the Republicans just achieved a stunning victory in the presidential and congressional elections. Now what? Donald Trump’s first term provides a starting point of what is to come for the next four years. But it … Continue reading

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