From Allies to Adversaries: The Trump-Musk Fallout and Its Implications
In a dramatic turn of events, the once-strong alliance between President Donald Trump and tech mogul Elon Musk has unraveled, revealing deep fissures that could have significant ramifications for politics, technology, and the economy.
US Court of International Trade Strikes Down Trump Administration Tariffs
In a landmark decision on May 28, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority by imposing broad tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The court's unanimous decision declared that IEEPA does not grant the president the power to unilaterally impose tariffs without congressional approval, reaffirming the constitutional principle that Congress holds exclusive authority over trade regulation.
CIT Strikes down ‘Liberation Day’ IEEPA Tariffs
The U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued a unanimous ruling striking down President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs. The court found that the IEEPA does not authorize the president to use emergency powers to unilaterally impose broad tariffs, declaring the action an overreach of executive authority.
White House Releases The Make America Healthy Again Report
At the request of the White House, the newly established Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission has released a sweeping policy assessment titled “Make Our Children Healthy Again.” The report serves as a foundational analysis ahead of what is expected to be a significant realignment of federal food, health, and environmental policy.
Bill Analysis: The Big, Beautiful Bill Act Advances to Senate
President Donald Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ narrowly cleared the House of Representatives on Thursday morning, advancing a major legislative package designed to prevent a year-end tax increase and adjust several critical government programs.
U.S.-China Trade Tensions Ease with 90-Day Tariff Reduction Agreement
The United States and China have announced a 90-day tariff reduction agreement, temporarily easing tensions in the ongoing trade war that has rattled global markets.
Pivotal Action on Food Dyes Signals Broader Shift in U.S. Food Policy
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have announced sweeping new measures to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes from the nation’s food supply.
Notice of Proposed Action - Section 301 Investigation into China’s Targeting of Maritime and Shipbuilding Sectors
A USTR investigation has concluded that China’s state-led strategies create unfair competition, restrict U.S. commerce, and pose economic security risks. Specifically, the USTR finds that China's aggressive industrial planning has led to dominant global market shares in shipbuilding, shipping containers, chassis, and ship-to-shore cranes.
The Battle for Trump’s Agenda: Budget Reconciliation and the GOP’s High-Stakes Policy Push
With tariffs dominating the national conversation, many concerned Americans have taken note as Trump Administration surrogates tout forthcoming tax relief as a counterbalance to the initial economic disruptions caused by tariff-driven instability. To that end, the president recently secured a critical objective towards that priority.
Week 12 of Trump 2.0: Tariff Escalation, Budget Resolution, and Supreme Court Decisions
President Trump kicked off the last week with sweeping new tariffs that rocked the global economy. A baseline 10% tariff on nearly all imports was implemented, alongside country-specific tariffs as high as 145% on Chinese goods.
Liberation Day Tariffs: The Trade War’s New Battlefront
April 2nd, brought the Liberation Day tariff announcement from the President. Below is a deep dive of the official documents from the White House, and what to expect moving forward.
House vs. Senate: GOP Budget Battle Reveals Deep Divisions
The Republican Party’s struggle to advance its budget blueprint highlights deep divisions between House and Senate members. As House Republicans push the Senate to adopt their framework to expedite President Trump’s ambitious policy agenda, Senate Republicans are charting their own course.
Treasury Suspends Enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act
On March 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced a major shift in policy by suspending enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) against U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies. This decision effectively halts the enforcement of beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements for millions of small businesses, marking a significant development in corporate transparency regulations.
New Trade Measures Bring Uncertainty & Challenges to Businesses and Stock Market
The Trump administration has announced sweeping trade measures set to take effect tomorrow and in the coming weeks, with far-reaching implications for industries across nearly every sector of the U.S. economy.
Government Efficiency, Executive Orders, and Legal Challenges: Analyzing DOGE's Impact
POLITICO Pro held a briefing on the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and its role in government transformation and the courts. Politico staff discussed the effect that DOGE is beginning to have on the country and analyzed what is happening behind the scenes.
Navigating the FY25 Funding Deadline, FY26 Negotiations, and the Budget Reconciliation Showdown
As the Trump Administration enters its second month, the federal budget process is emerging as one of the most closely watched political battlegrounds.
U.S. Trade Policy Update: Tariffs, Retaliation, and Uncertainty for Business
Global trade is undergoing significant changes as President Trump implements, delays, and expands tariffs on steel, aluminum, China, and other key markets, triggering widespread domestic and international responses.
Kennedy Confirmed as HHS Secretary
Senate confirms RFK Jr. in a 52-48 vote on February 13, 2025. Every Republican voted in favor of RFK Jr. with the exception of Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY).
Budget Reconciliation 101
Budget Reconciliation was born out of The Congressional Budget Act of 1974, which established the congressional budget process for determining national priorities. Reconciliation is a fast-track budgetary mechanism that enables policy changes related to spending, revenues, and federal debt limits to be enacted into law.
Trump 2.0 Trade Policies: Deep Dive
Trade actions have been essential instruments in President Trump’s policy approach. A key aspect of his strategy has been leveraging tariffs as a negotiating tool. This analysis examines the anticipated trade statutes and policies that could shape a second Trump administration.