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Recent News About American Compass
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Trump imposes auto tariffs to test trade theories
President Trump and his administration have implemented sweeping tariffs on automobiles and auto parts, putting his unconventional trade theories to the test.
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New childcare bill introduced by Congressman Moore addresses funding and family choice
Congressman Riley M. Moore introduced the Respecting Parents’ Childcare Choices Act.
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Policy brief suggests steps to reduce U.S. reliance on China's critical minerals
The United States faces a significant dependency on China for critical mineral resources essential for technology and defense, according to a new policy brief by American Compass.
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Trump administration prioritizes birth rates in transportation project allocation
The Trump administration has announced a new approach to distributing transportation projects, placing an emphasis on birth rates.
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Trump urges manufacturers to return home amid tariff strategy
President Donald Trump has proposed that manufacturers can circumvent his tariffs by relocating their operations back to the United States.
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Oren Cass discusses US trade policies on The Winston Marshall Show
Oren Cass, an economist and political advisor, recently appeared on The Winston Marshall Show.
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Experts discuss Trump's trade policies' impact on U.S. economy
President Biden’s former economic advisor Jared Bernstein and American Compass Executive Director Oren Cass have engaged in a debate over the trade policies implemented during Donald Trump's presidency.
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White House shifts focus from stock market as main economic indicator
The White House has indicated a shift in focus away from the stock market as the primary indicator of economic health.
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Oren Cass critiques misinterpretation of Adam Smith's 'invisible hand' theory
Modern economics traces its roots back to the 18th-century ideas of Adam Smith, particularly those outlined in "The Wealth of Nations."
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Republican economic agenda scrutinized for favoring wealthy amid changing voter base
The Republican Party's recent electoral success has been attributed to its newfound appeal among working-class voters, prompting discussions in Washington about a potential long-term political shift.
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Elon Musk's budget cut strategy under scrutiny
Elon Musk, leading the Department of Government Efficiency, has implemented a strategy focused on significant budget cuts.
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Economists and politicians debate protectionism at ARC 2025 conference
American Compass chief economist Oren Cass and Spectator editor Michael Gove recently engaged in a debate on protectionism with former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott and House of Lords member Daniel Hannan.
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Trump's tariff policy raises questions about USMCA's future
Less than a month into his second term, President Donald Trump's trade policy is generating significant discussion.
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Trump announces reciprocal tariffs amidst free trade debate
Oren Cass, founder and chief economist of the think tank American Compass, discussed recent developments in international trade policy with Freddy Gray at the ARC conference in London.
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Trump's labor nominee faces key test for GOP-labor alignment
The confirmation of Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Labor Secretary under President Donald Trump is raising questions about the Republican Party's political realignment.
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Trump supported by array of think tanks as policy influencers
President Donald Trump, who assumed office eight years ago as an outsider, has now garnered significant support from a variety of think tanks and advocacy groups.
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Hawley plans pro-union bill amid shifting political alliances
GOP Senator Josh Hawley is set to introduce legislation aimed at supporting union workers.
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GOP urged to reconsider focus on extending Trump-era tax cuts
As Republican lawmakers in the House and Senate began to take steps towards enacting former President Trump's domestic agenda, a significant voice within the GOP is urging caution.
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American Compass announces summer internship program for aspiring policymakers
American Compass is offering a summer internship program at its Washington, D.C. office, aimed at individuals interested in engaging with research, policy, coalition building, and communications.
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Oren Cass discusses tariffs' impact on Canadian economy
Oren Cass, founder and chief economist of American Compass, was featured in a recent episode of Hub Dialogues.