# trade policies (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover trade policies. Page: Feed: --- ## [August 23rd – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 581](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/23/august-23rd-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-581/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-23rd-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-581) _2026-08-23 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 23rd – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [Sunday August 23rd – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/23/sunday-august-23rd-open-thread-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sunday-august-23rd-open-thread-2) _2026-08-23 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Sunday August 23rd – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [Trade Talks Collapse – Prime Minister Carney Talking Alot, President Trump Remains Quiet](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/22/trade-talks-collapse-prime-minister-carney-talking-alot-president-trump-remains-quiet/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=trade-talks-collapse-prime-minister-carney-talking-alot-president-trump-remains-quiet) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is delivering speeches, holding press conferences and trying to justify his position following the collapse of negotiations between the USA and Canada. Meanwhile, President Trump and his trade team are intentionally quiet. In all high-stakes negotiations, deals and financial issues, the apex predators always know you make your point clearly \[…\] The post Trade… ## [CPA: U.S. Must Hold the Line on Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariffs](https://prosperousamerica.org/cpa-u-s-must-hold-the-line-on-section-232-steel-and-aluminum-tariffs/) _2026-08-22 · CPA Newsroom · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ President Trump was right to strengthen the Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum, and the breakdown of these negotiations should put an end to proposals to weaken them. ## [August 22nd – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 580](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/22/august-22nd-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-580/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-22nd-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-580) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 22nd – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [Saturday August 22nd – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/22/saturday-august-22nd-open-thread-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saturday-august-22nd-open-thread-2) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Saturday August 22nd – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [Talks Collapse – Tariffs Begin Now – A Direct and Confrontational U.S-Canada Trade War is Now a Reality](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/22/talks-collapse-tariffs-begin-now-a-direct-and-confrontational-u-s-canada-trade-war-is-now-a-reality/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=talks-collapse-tariffs-begin-now-a-direct-and-confrontational-u-s-canada-trade-war-is-now-a-reality) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Moments ago, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered the news via his X account. Discussions between the U.S and Canada have collapsed. All trade representatives are called back home. The 50% U.S. tariffs against Canada are now in effect. A trade war begins. First, read the statement from Prime Minister Mark Carney, with the understanding \[…\] The post Talks Collapse – Tariffs Begin Now – A… ## [JD Vance Delivers Remarks on Jobs and the Economy from His Hometown in Middletown, Ohio](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/jd-vance-delivers-remarks-on-jobs-and-the-economy-from-his-hometown-in-middletown-ohio/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jd-vance-delivers-remarks-on-jobs-and-the-economy-from-his-hometown-in-middletown-ohio) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Vice President JD Vance gave a speech today from his hometown in Middletown, Ohio. The theme of the speech was about U.S. jobs, economic nationalism and the rebuilding of American industrial strength. . Posted in Big Government, Economy, energy, JD Vance The post JD Vance Delivers Remarks on Jobs and the Economy from His Hometown in Middletown, Ohio appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [Why Does James Comey Matter?](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/why-does-james-comey-matter/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-does-james-comey-matter) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ During the 2016 effort to weaponize the institutions of government against the outside candidacy of Donald Trump, the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence (SSCI) was headed by Richard Burr and Dianne Feinstein. After the 2016 election Senator Feinstein abdicated her vice-chair position to Senator Mark Warner in January 2017. While the SSCI was engaged in \[…\] The post Why Does James Comey… ## [President Trump Lifts Tariff Quota on Imported Beef for 90 Days to Relieve Price Stress](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/president-trump-lifts-tariff-quota-on-imported-beef-for-90-days-to-relieve-price-stress/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-lifts-tariff-quota-on-imported-beef-for-90-days-to-relieve-price-stress) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ President Donald Trump announced today that import quotas on beef will be lifted for a period of 90-days in an effort to remove pricing stress on cattle and give U.S. ranchers an opportunity to restore herd head count. The short-term effort is directed to lower consumer prices, while in the longer term the U.S. cattle \[…\] The post President Trump Lifts Tariff Quota on Imported Beef for 90 Days to… ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7Dbgvbr0iwoV) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [President Trump South Carolina Rally with Darline Graham – 7:00pm ET Livestream](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/president-trump-south-carolina-rally-with-darline-graham-700pm-et-livestream/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-south-carolina-rally-with-darline-graham-700pm-et-livestream) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Tonight, President Donald Trump will appear at a rally in South Carolina to support the special election candidacy of Darline Graham. The anticipated start time of President Trump’s speech is 7:00pm ET with livestream links below. . . . Posted in Big Government, Donald Trump, Election 2026, Live Streaming, President Trump, RSBN The post President Trump South Carolina Rally with Darline Graham –… ## [President Trump Announces Departure of Ed Martin from DOJ](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/president-trump-announces-departure-of-ed-martin-from-doj/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-announces-departure-of-ed-martin-from-doj) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Many people, CTH included, hoped Ed Martin would be a man inside the DOJ machine that could bring accountability for prior govt wrongdoing. That hope never materialized. Today, President Trump announces Mr Martin’s departure. \[SOURCE\] 🎶…”Where have you gone, Joe diGenova? A nation turns its lonely eyes to you”…🎶 Dan Scavino – “When you get \[…\] The post President Trump Announces Departure of Ed… ## [Chief Justice Roberts Stays DC Appellate Court Ruling – White House Construction of Ballroom Can Continue](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/chief-justice-roberts-stays-dc-appellate-court-ruling-white-house-building-of-ballroom-can-continue/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chief-justice-roberts-stays-dc-appellate-court-ruling-white-house-building-of-ballroom-can-continue) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts has stayed (removed) the lower court injunction blocking the White House from proceeding with Ballroom construction. The White House can now continue building the ballroom and national security complex. \[SOURCE\] {Background Story Here} Posted in Big Government, Lawfare, Military, President Trump, Supreme Court The post Chief Justice Roberts Stays DC… ## [President Trump and Former Antagonist Michael Cohen Have a Conversation](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/president-trump-and-former-antagonist-michael-cohen-have-a-conversation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-and-former-antagonist-michael-cohen-have-a-conversation) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Many may ask why President Donald Trump would give the time to a former lawyer who turned against him into one of the most antagonistic accusers, however, those questions can be reconciled by putting yourself in Trump’s shoes. No person in U.S. politics has been attacked with as much ferocity as Donald J Trump. Part \[…\] The post President Trump and Former Antagonist Michael Cohen Have a… ## [CPA Warns USTR: America’s Section 232 Metals Tariffs Are National Security Measures, Not Bargaining Chips](https://prosperousamerica.org/cpa-warns-ustr-americas-section-232-metals-tariffs-are-national-security-measures-not-bargaining-chips/) _2026-08-21 · CPA Newsroom · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ If Canada wants a deal, there is no shortage of things Ottawa can put on the table — America’s national security tariffs on aluminum and steel are not among them ## [August 21st – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 579](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/august-21st-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-579/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-21st-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-579) _2026-08-21 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 21st – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [Friday August 21st – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/thursday-august-21st-open-thread-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=thursday-august-21st-open-thread-2) _2026-08-21 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Friday August 21st – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [Tulsi Gabbard Provides an Update on Her Husband Abraham Battle With Cancer](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/20/tulsi-gabbard-provides-an-update-on-her-husband-abraham-battle-with-cancer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tulsi-gabbard-provides-an-update-on-her-husband-abraham-battle-with-cancer) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Tulsi Gabbard: “Earlier this year, my husband Abraham was diagnosed with a very rare bone cancer. This has been a challenging time for us and is hard to talk about. But so many of you have reached out asking how he’s doing and sharing your prayers and well wishes with us. We made this video \[…\] The post Tulsi Gabbard Provides an Update on Her Husband Abraham Battle With Cancer appeared first on… ## [FBI Seizes Devices Belonging to Eric Swalwell During Investigation of Rape and Sexual Misconduct](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/20/fbi-seizes-devices-belonging-to-eric-swalwell-during-investigation-of-rape-and-sexual-misconduct/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fbi-seizes-devices-belonging-to-eric-swalwell-during-investigation-of-rape-and-sexual-misconduct) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Generally speaking, when the FBI seizes devices it’s usually to bury them and protect affected interests in/around Washington DC. Rarely, if ever, does the confiscation of electronic devices result in any public awareness of the contents – unless the release runs in alignment with the interests of those in Washington DC. EX. If it was \[…\] The post FBI Seizes Devices Belonging to Eric Swalwell… ## [August 20th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 578](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/20/august-20th-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-578/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-20th-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-578) _2026-08-20 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 20th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [One platform, from silicon to agent (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/NCZZqUDBu27t) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Serverless inference plus Inference Router to optimize cost and latency at scale. ## [Thursday August 20th – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/20/wednesday-august-20th-open-thread-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wednesday-august-20th-open-thread-2) _2026-08-20 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Thursday August 20th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [Susan Kokinda Outlines Distinctions in U.S-Canada Trade Relationship](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/susan-kokinda-outlines-distinctions-in-u-s-canada-trade-relationship/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=susan-kokinda-outlines-distinctions-in-u-s-canada-trade-relationship) _2026-08-20 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ This video from the Promethean Action PAC wraps in a few background details that most readers and followers of the U.S-Canada trade relationship will likely find interesting. Susan Kokinda argues the dispute is larger than USMCA negotiations, portraying Canada as an “outlaw” that enables transshipment “smuggling,” fails to enforce forced-labor bans, and facilitates “snow-washing” through \[…\] The… ## [USTR Jamieson Greer and Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc Give Remarks on Potential Trade Deal](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/ustr-jamieson-greer-and-canadian-trade-minister-dominic-leblanc-give-remarks-on-potential-trade-deal/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ustr-jamieson-greer-and-canadian-trade-minister-dominic-leblanc-give-remarks-on-potential-trade-deal) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ Earlier today following a meeting in Washington, D.C., between Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, both representatives delivered remarks to reporters. There are no details provided, however, within his remarks, Greer says he is confident that a deal has been reached as they work to finalize the details. USTR \[…\] The post USTR Jamieson… ## [Former Ukraine Defense Minister Calls for Elections as Second Ukrainian Arrested for Nordstream Bombing](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/former-ukraine-defense-minister-calls-for-elections-as-second-ukrainian-arrested-for-nordstream-bombing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=former-ukraine-defense-minister-calls-for-elections-as-second-ukrainian-arrested-for-nordstream-bombing) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ The timing of these events is remarkable. Almost so remarkable that one might think they are intentionally sequenced. It started yesterday when the very popular former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov issued a striking warning about Ukraine’s government, corruption, and the need to develop an immediate mechanism for elections even while the war against Russia \[…\] The post Former Ukraine… ## [President Trump Takes Media on Tour of White House Renovation and Repair](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/president-trump-takes-media-on-tour-of-white-house-renovation-and-repair/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-takes-media-on-tour-of-white-house-renovation-and-repair) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ Earlier today, President Trump took the media on a tour of current White House renovations and repairs. President Trump spoke at length about each aspect of the renovation and repair that is underway, giving specifics about the standards, measurements and systems that are being used in the process. You can tell President Trump is a \[…\] The post President Trump Takes Media on Tour of White House… ## [August 19th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 577](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/august-19th-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-577/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-19th-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-577) _2026-08-19 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 19th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [Wednesday, August 19th – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/tuesday-august-19th-open-thread-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tuesday-august-19th-open-thread-3) _2026-08-19 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Wednesday, August 19th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff Debate Was Uncomfortable for Darline Graham](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/18/south-carolina-gop-senate-runoff-debate-was-uncomfortable-for-darline-graham/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=south-carolina-gop-senate-runoff-debate-was-uncomfortable-for-darline-graham) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ I’m sure she is a very nice person. Mrs Graham likely has all the best intents and inclinations. However, unfortunately I have strong reservations that Republicans can hold that South Carolina senate seat if Darline Graham goes into a general election against a Democrat candidate. The special election debate between Darline Graham and Ralph Norman \[…\] The post South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff… ## [President Trump Pauses 50 Percent Tariffs Against Canada Hours Before Effect](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/18/president-trump-pauses-50-percent-tariffs-against-canada-hours-before-effect/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-pauses-50-percent-tariffs-against-canada-hours-before-effect) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ President Trump has paused the 50% tariffs set to go into effect against Canada at midnight. According to media reports, after the Canadian trade delegation failed to come to a negotiated settlement on key USMCA terms, Prime Minister Mark Carney called President Trump earlier today to discuss the tariffs that were scheduled to begin tomorrow. \[…\] The post President Trump Pauses 50 Percent Tariffs… ## [CPA Commends Trump Administration for Exposing the Great Transshipment Scam; Urges Tariffs Designed to Defeat It](https://prosperousamerica.org/cpa-commends-trump-administration-for-exposing-the-great-transshipment-scam-urges-tariffs-designed-to-defeat-it/) _2026-08-14 · CPA Newsroom · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ The report documents how goods subject to higher U.S. tariffs are routinely rerouted through lower-tariff countries, undermining both tariff enforcement and American manufacturing. ## [Follow Releases, Get Reminders (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/aPFBKenSZuZm) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a genre or a name and receive reminders on release day — free. ## [CPA Applauds Court of International Trade Ruling Upholding the End of the De Minimis Loophole](https://prosperousamerica.org/cpa-applauds-court-of-international-trade-ruling-upholding-the-end-of-the-de-minimis-loophole/) _2026-08-13 · CPA Newsroom · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ For years, the de minimis loophole allowed foreign shippers to send packages valued at up to $800 into the United States duty-free, tax-free, and with virtually no customs scrutiny — so long as the foreign vendor merely alleged the value was below the threshold. ## [The $166 Billion Tariff Refund is Corporate America’s Biggest Payday](https://prosperousamerica.org/the-166-billion-tariff-refund-is-corporate-americas-biggest-payday/) _2026-08-13 · Andrew Rechenberg · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ The companies that spent a year insisting tariffs were a tax on consumers are now cashing the refund checks themselves. ## [CPA Applauds President Trump’s Section 232 Proclamation Securing America’s Polysilicon and Solar Supply Chain](https://prosperousamerica.org/cpa-applauds-president-trumps-section-232-proclamation-securing-americas-polysilicon-and-solar-supply-chain/) _2026-08-06 · CPA Newsroom · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ Today’s Section 232 proclamation secures that foundation, and the entire structure is built to reward one thing: manufacturing in America. Companies investing in U.S. polysilicon, wafer, and cell production are the clear winners, and companies that continue to rely on imports will be at a disadvantage. ## [Beijing Wants Its Money From 1997. American Bondholders Have Been Waiting Since 1938.](https://prosperousamerica.org/beijing-wants-its-money-from-1997-american-bondholders-have-been-waiting-since-1938/) _2026-08-06 · CPA Newsroom · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ The CCP is ready to look back decades for taxes owed to it — but not for the sovereign bond obligations it owes to thousands of American families. ## [CPA Releases New Report Urging Treasury and USTR to Reject USMCA Aluminum Exemptions, Strengthen Downstream Tariffs](https://prosperousamerica.org/cpa-releases-new-report-urging-treasury-and-ustr-to-reject-usmca-aluminum-exemptions-strengthen-downstream-tariffs/) _2026-08-06 · CPA Newsroom · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ Findings show that U.S. tariff policy leaves the aluminum industry’s largest employment base exposed, even as primary aluminum tariff costs are passed on to extruders and fabricators. ## [Securing an American Aluminum Supply Chain: Why Downstream Tariff Coverage Is Essential](https://prosperousamerica.org/securing-an-american-aluminum-supply-chain-why-downstream-tariff-coverage-is-essential/) _2026-08-06 · Andrew Rechenberg · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ U.S. aluminum tariff policy must consider the full aluminum value chain. Downstream extruders and fabricators account for most aluminum manufacturing employment and are the key producers converting metal into critical products used in construction, transportation, machinery, electrical systems, packaging, defense, and other industrial markets. ## [Import Values Fell By Around $6 Billion In June, But Month Was Second Highest Goods Import Surge of 2026](https://prosperousamerica.org/import-values-fell-by-around-6-billion-in-june-but-month-was-second-highest-goods-import-surge-of-2026/) _2026-08-04 · Kenneth Rapoza · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ Despite foreign currency gains against the dollar in top trading partners like Mexico, Vietnam and China, import values for goods came in at $309.01 billion. That is the second highest import value of the year following May’s $316.86 billion surge, the Bureau of Economic Analysis said on Tuesday. ## [Foreign Supply Shocks – Not U.S. Tariffs – Are Driving the Fertilizer Crisis Threatening American Grocery Bills](https://prosperousamerica.org/foreign-supply-shocks-not-u-s-tariffs-are-driving-the-fertilizer-crisis-threatening-american-grocery-bills/) _2026-08-03 · CPA Newsroom · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ New CPA report finds America’s food security depends on fertilizer, and that foreign supply shocks—not U.S. trade remedies—are driving this year’s fertilizer crisis. ## [Food Security Is Fertilizer Security](https://prosperousamerica.org/food-security-is-fertilizer-security/) _2026-08-03 · Andrew Rechenberg · Coalition For A Prosperous America_ Fertilizer, and access to it, is essential in maintaining the strength of the entire American agricultural sector. Mineral fertilizers are responsible for over half the food produced worldwide, and it has run up to 44 percent of corn operating costs and up to 45 percent of wheat operating costs since 2020. When fertilizer prices spike, they hit the crops that feed the country — and the livestock…