China Pauses All Exports of Rare Earth Minerals

President Trump continues to look into alternate sources, including domestic production of minerals. China recently halted its exports of rare earth minerals after the tariff escalation with President…

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NEC Director Announces 130 Nations Engaging in Trade Negotiations

He says the administration has made “astonishing” progress. White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett reported that President Donald Trump’s trade team has made progress on the…

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Lael Brainard, Director, National Economic Council

Lael Brainard, Director, National Economic Council

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President Hikes Tariffs on Chinese Imports

Sectors include electric vehicles, microchips, and medical products. President Joe Biden announced a variety of increases in tariffs on imported Chinese goods from the White House Rose Garden…

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National Economic Advisor Addresses Annual NABE Conference

She stated that today’s strong recovery lays the foundation for the future. National Economic Council Director Lael Brainard spoke at the 40th Annual National Association for Business Economics…

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White House Plans Conversion of Commercial Buildings to Housing

High vacancy rates in large downtown buildings offer affordable residential opportunities. President Biden’s administration has proposed that commercial buildings with high vacancy rates in urban areas be converted…

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President Creates New Role to Address Anti-Competitive Practices

The role will work with the National Economic Council to curb monopolies to protect small businesses. President Joe Biden created a new position in the National Economic Council…

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Senate Committee Hearing Scheduled for Fed Board Nominee

The committee will review the president’s proposed vice chair, Philip Jefferson. The Senate Banking Committee Chairman Sherrod Brown of Ohio announced a hearing for President Joe Biden’s nominee…

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HUD Secretary Writes Open Letter on Junk Fees for Renters

A group will be assembled by the president’s administration to advance legislation that addresses the issue. The Department of Housing and Urban Development released an open letter from…

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President Appoints New Economic Adviser 

Lael Brainard was vice chair of the Federal Reserve System.  President Biden has named a replacement for Brian Deese as his primary economic advisor. He has appointed Lael Brainard…

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