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.
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.
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.
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.