MAHA Commission Report Released
The Make America Healthy Again Commission unveiled its second strategy document this afternoon, closely mirroring the draft circulated to industry groups last month. The plan identifies 128 recommendations to tackle what it calls the “four potential drivers of chronic disease:” poor diet, chemical exposure, lack of physical activity and chronic stress, and overmedicalization.
Court Rules IEEPA Tariffs Unlawful, but Stays Relief Pending Remand to Trade Court
The Federal Circuit ruled on August 29 that President Trump’s global tariffs are largely illegal under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, finding he exceeded his authority. However, the court allowed the tariffs to remain in place while the case proceeds, creating major uncertainty for international trade.
New Executive Order Aims to Fortify the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
The Trump Administration has issued a new executive order, "Ensuring American Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Resilience by Filling the Strategic Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Reserve."
What’s Left on Washington’s Agenda Before the Clock Runs Out?
Congress has been racing against the clock to check off as many items on its legislative to-do list as possible ahead of the August recess. Most notably, President Trump has led congressional Republicans in advancing a major budget reconciliation package, the One Big Beautiful Bill, which proposes sweeping changes to tax policy, healthcare, energy production, immigration enforcement, and national defense.
Trade Alert: Trump Announces New Tariff Deadline of August 1st
President Donald Trump revealed that the U.S. will impose 25% tariffs on goods from Japan and South Korea beginning August 1. This decision marks the beginning of a new wave of tariffs aimed at countries that have yet to secure trade deals with the Trump administration.
House Passes a $9.4 Billion Rescission Package in funding for Foreign Aid, NPR, PBS
On Thursday, June 12th, the House approved a rescissions package request from the White House to rescind funding for NPR, PBS, and international aid that lawmakers had previously. In a 214 to 212 vote, all but four House Republicans voted in favor of the measure, with all Democrats opposing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
Brooke Rollins Inches Closer to Confirmation as Agriculture Secretary
Lawmakers on the Senate Agriculture Committee have voted unanimously to advance Brooke Rollins, nominee for Secretary of Agriculture, to the full Senate for final confirmation. In her confirmation hearing, Rollins underscored her commitment to America’s farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. Rollins, who hails from a small agricultural town in Texas, spoke passionately about her deep-rooted connection to farming and ranching.