Grand Old Protectionists: Rediscovering the Republican Party’s America First Trade Policy

John Hendrickson: President Trump’s philosophy on trade represented the true American conservative view of trade. Will Republicans continue to embrace it?

Ernst: House Democrats Need to Pass USMCA

327 days after President Trump signed USMCA, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst called on House Democrats to pass the trade deal with Canada and Mexico.

Suicidal Economic Policy

Phil Bair: Far more jobs will be lost in the American economy in general than will be preserved in one specific industry that is being protected.

What Does the New Trade Deal With Japan Mean for Iowa?

Chuck Grassley: The Japan trade deal will boost confidence and profits for Iowa farmers who are struggling with low commodity prices, poor weather, and retaliatory tariffs.

Joni Ernst: Iowans Need the USMCA

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst spoke on the importance of passing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) for Iowa’s farmers, ranchers, and small businesses.

Iowa Republican Reaction to U.S. Trade Deal With Mexico and Canada

Iowa Republican elected officials respond to the new U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade deal negotiated by President Donald Trump.

Blum Answers: Free Trade Expansion and Farm Bill Work Requirements

Congressman Rod Blum (R-Iowa) answers questions about the Trump Administration’s trade policies and the Farm Bill’s work requirements.

The Economy is Better Off Now

Congressman David Young (R-Iowa): More Iowans have more of their hard-earned money to save or spend however they please, and small businesses have the ability to increase wages and expand their operations.

In a Trade War, Iowans Are Hit First

Congressman David Young (R-Iowa): I have warned agriculture always gets hit when trade wars or skirmishes take place. I continue to advocate for Iowans and policies which will give Iowans more access to markets, not less.

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Candidates Respond to Chinese Tariffs

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture candidates respond to the potential trade war with China and its potential impact on Iowa’s agricultural economy.

Ben Sasse: “We are on the verge of a painful and stupid trade war.”

U.S. Senator Ben Sasse (R-Nebraska) has been a fierce critic of President Donald Trump’s trade policies and sharply criticized his tariff proposals. He is a chief protagonist for free trade in the U.S. Senate representing Nebraska that he says is one of the most pro-trade states in the nation.

Ernst Urges Trump to Reconsider Tariffs

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa): “I am urging the President to reconsider this proposal, not just for its impacts on Iowa, but for the negative consequences this proposal could have on rural communities throughout the nation, America’s farmers, and our national security.”

Tariffs: Trump’s Worst Idea Yet

John Gustavsson: Donald Trump announced an intention to slap a 25 % tariff on steel imports, as well as a 10 % tariff on aluminum imports. This may very well be his worst idea yet – and that’s saying something!

New Markets Mean Economic Security and Growth for Our Rural Communities

Congressman David Young (R-Iowa): Iowans expect their government to advance policies making our agricultural economy healthier and heartland families stronger.

Six Takeaways from Trump’s Address to Congress

Shane Vander Hart offers his six takeaways after watching President Donald Trump’s first address to a joint session of Congress.

The EU, The Peace Prize, And Why We Don’t Fight

As most of you will no doubt know, the European Union has…