What manufacturers should know about Trump’s trade policy
Release Date: 12/11/2024
Shutdown politics and tariffs reach the Supreme Court
Talking with One Voice
Amid the ongoing government shutdown, Talking with One Voice hosts Caitlin Sickles, Paul Nathanson, and Omar Nashashibi break down the political stalemate in Washington — examining the pressures, or lack thereof, on both parties and what might finally drive a resolution. They also discuss President Trump’s latest trade deals and preview theSupreme Court case on the president’s authority to impose tariffs.
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Tariffs on Trial: Rick Woldenberg’s Fight at the Supreme Court
Talking with One Voice
In this crossover episode of The Lobby Shop and Talking with One Voice podcasts, The Lobby Shop team is joined by Omar Nashashibi to talk with Rick Woldenberg, CEO of Learning Resources and hand2mind, who is the plaintiff in the landmark Supreme Court case challenging tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), scheduled for argument in November. Rick discusses his company, the impact of the tariffs, and why manufacturing all his products in the United States isn’t feasible. He also shares why he chose to pursue the case when larger companies and trade...
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Congress is back for a shutdown showdown
Talking with One Voice
As Congress returns to Washington, Talking With One Voice hosts Caitlin Sickles, Paul Nathanson, and Omar Nashashibi dig into a crowded fall Congressional agenda, including discussing the odds and impact of a potential government shutdown and the politics shaping any deal. They then turn to the latest on tariffs and break down the complexity of calculating tariffs on steel and aluminum derivative products, followed by a quick check in on litigation challenging the President’s IEEPA-based tariffs, and then the comparisons of the latest trade agreements with Japan and the EU.
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The Road to August 1: Tariffs, Trade Deals, and Manufacturing Impacts
Talking with One Voice
This week, Talking with One Voice hosts Paul Nathanson, Omar Nashashibi, and Caitlin Sickles welcome Laurin Baker, founder of The Laurin Baker Group, for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest tax, trade, and tariff developments out of Washington. From the newly announced U.S.-EU trade agreement to President Trump’s recent proclamation on Section 232 tariffs on copper products, the crew breaks down what manufacturers need to know as we approach the August 1st tariff deadline. The team also dives into key tax provisions for manufacturers in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. As Washington...
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Navigating Washington’s Big, Beautiful Maze of Tariffs & Tax Policy
Talking with One Voice
With the "One Big, Beautiful Bill" passed by the House, Talking with One Voice hosts Omar Nashashibi, Caitlin Sickles, and Paul Nathanson discuss the bill’s prospects in the Senate and the timeline for passage by the President’s July 4th deadline. They highlight manufacturers' wins in the House bill, including R&D expensing, bonus depreciation, small business expensing, and more. The conversation then turns to the President's June 4 doubling of steel and aluminum tariffs and the next steps in the court cases challenging the IEEPA tariffs.
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Reconciliation Revealed and Trade Updates
Talking with One Voice
In this episode of Talking with One Voice, Paul Nathanson and Omar Nashashibi focus on the release of the long-awaited reconciliation bill by the U.S. House of Representatives and discuss several key wins in the bill for small and medium-sized U.S. manufacturers. They also cover trade deals with China and the United Kingdom and why companies may want to wait to participate in the “inclusion process” set up by the Commerce Department for the Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs.
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A Maze of Tariffs for Manufacturers
Talking with One Voice
In this episode of Talking with One Voice, Caitlin Sickles, Paul Nathanson, and Omar Nashashibi break down the latest developments in trade and tariffs—and what they mean for U.S. manufacturers. The group discusses the complexities behind recent tariff announcements, the political dynamics shaping industry response, and the real challenges of reshoring production. The team also examines how Congress may respond and how the battle over tariffs might influence the ongoing tax reform debate.
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Tariffs, Trade, and Taxes: Navigating Uncertainty in Manufacturing
Talking with One Voice
On this episode of Talking with One Voice, co-hosts Caitlin Sickles, Paul Nathanson, and Omar Nashashibi dive into the evolving landscape of tariffs, trade policy, and tax changes shaping the manufacturing industry. The team examines how the Trump administration is using tariffs as a tool for industrial strategy, the lack of country exemptions, and the expected economic impact across various sectors. With uncertainty surrounding government funding and the potential for a shutdown, the group discusses how businesses are navigating these challenges. Finally, they tackle the future...
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The Tariff Countdown: Critical Milestones and Industry Impact
Talking with One Voice
In this episode of the Talking With One Voice podcast, co-hosts Caitlin Sickles, Paul Nathanson, and Omar Nashashibi discuss the looming Trump 2.0 tariffs and their potential impact on manufacturers. The group unpacks the complexities of the planned derivatives list and examines the challenges businesses face in navigating both the uncertain timeline and the evolving implementation plan. The conversation also covers the broader economic and political landscape including the high-stakes budget battles in Congress and the looming fiscal cliff.
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Trump’s First Day: What It Means for Manufacturing
Talking with One Voice
This week on Talking with One Voice, hosts Paul Nathanson and Omar Nashashibi are joined by special guest Laurin Baker, a longtime colleague and veteran manufacturing lobbyist. Together, they discuss the Executive Orders issued by President Trump and their potential impact on manufacturers, focusing on the regulatory freeze, the new President’s tariff policy, and historical lessons from past efforts to protect the U.S. steel industry and their effects on downstream users. They also examine the challenges Congress faces in navigating the reconciliation process to pass a tax package and...
info_outlineIn this episode of Talking with One Voice, co-hosts Omar Nashashibi and Paul Nathanson are joined by special guest Joshua Zive, a trade policy pro from Bracewell’s Policy Resolution Group and Paul’s colleague, to discuss trade policy under a potential second Trump administration. The conversation explores insights from the President-elect’s brief statements on leveraging tariffs to boost manufacturing and as a negotiation tool. They also examine the scope of presidential authority in imposing tariffs. Tune in to learn how evolving trade policies could impact your business and the mechanisms available to President-elect Trump starting on Day One and beyond.