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.
Trump Imposes Sweeping Tariffs: 25% on Canada and Mexico, 10% on Canadian Energy
February 1st, 2025, President Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, with an additional 10% tariff on imports from China. He specified that shipments of Canadian oil to the United States would be 10%
Budget Reconciliation 101
A comprehensive overview of the budget reconciliation process as Republicans aim to use this legislative tool to advance their policy objectives.
Trump Administration Executive Order Tracker
Constitution Partners is pleased to present a comprehensive database of executive orders issued during the Trump Administration. The real-time tracker is categorized by industry, and searchable by keyword, for ease of navigation.
Trump Cabinet Confirmation Hearings: How it is Going So Far
The confirmation hearings for President Trump’s cabinet nominees have been a mix of political maneuvering, intense scrutiny, and strategic positioning. Read about the hearings from this week below.
Reflecting on Jimmy Carter and his Food and Agriculture Policy Legacy
As the last farmer to occupy the White House, Jimmy Carter’s agricultural background influenced much of his presidency and life after office. His connection to farming began long before he entered politics—growing up on a 360-acre farm in Plains, Georgia, where peanuts, cotton, and other crops were cultivated.
ILA and USMX Reach Tentative Agreement on New Six Year Contract
On January 9th, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) announced that they reached a tentative agreement on a new six-year contract.
Reflecting on the 118th Congress: A Year of Uncertainty, Leadership Shifts, and Legislative Struggles
The 118th Congress, which began in January 2023 and concluded at the end January 3 2024, was a period marked by political turbulence, high-stakes negotiations, and a divided government.
Lawmakers Release Continuing Resolution as Government Shutdown Looms
This evening, Congress released their 1,547 page Continuing Resolution to keep the government funded through March 14th, 2025.
emPower Rural America Launches New Study: Electric Transmission and Rural America
Constitution Partners has been actively working to establish a new coalition uniting farmers, growers, food processors, and rural stakeholders. Together, we are advocating for a more reliable and affordable electric grid to meet the needs of our communities.
Constitution Partners Expands Policy Shop with Seasoned Experts
We are pleased to announce the addition of two exceptional leaders, Captain Howard Crawford, USAF (Ret.), and Beth Cubriel, to Constitution Partners.
Trump Cabinet Picks Thus Far
Over the last several days, President-Elect Trump has wasted no time tapping several Republican loyalists to be part of his cabinet.
Election Update: Litigation and the Supreme Court's Uncertain Role
Welcome to the start of election week 2024. This week, we will address some questions looming about litigation, and the potential involvement of the Supreme Court.
Breaking Down the Key Issues: Harris vs. Trump
As the election approaches and polls show Vice President Harris and President Trump in a statistical tie, take a look at where the two candidates stand on key issues.
Election Update: VP Debate & Down Ballot Races With Only 30 Days Remaining
In a highly anticipated showdown, Tim Walz and JD Vance squared off on pivotal issues like abortion rights, foreign policy, and housing costs, marking the final major political event before the November 5 election.
Election Update: Debate Highlights and Swing State Polls Ahead of November
On September 10, 2024, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump met at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia for the second presidential debate of this election cycle. This face-off marked the first time these two candidates debated each other, and the event did not disappoint, with sharp contrasts in debate styles, substance, and strategies on display.
Takeaways from the 2024 Democratic National Convention
After four eventful days, the Democratic National Convention (DNC) has concluded, highlighted by Kamala Harris delivering an acceptance speech that emphasized unity, strength, and freedom.
Harris Campaign Announces Their Economic Policy Platform
On Friday August 16th Vice President Harris unveiled her economic agenda in Raleigh North Carolina in her first major policy focused speech.
Vice President Harris Announces VP Pick, Governor Tim Walz
On Tuesday, August 6th, Vice President Harris announced that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will be her running mate.