President-elect Donald Trump has announced Jamieson Greer as his pick to serve as US Trade Representative. Greer is a familiar face for the role, having previously served as chief of staff to the trade representative during Trump's first term, Robert Lighthizer. During that time, the administration implemented broad tariffs on China and other countries and successfully negotiated the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
The USMCA trade agreement, which replaced NAFTA, has been a significant achievement for the Trump administration. Trump has frequently touted the passage of the USMCA as a major political victory and a cornerstone of his presidency.
If confirmed by the Senate, Greer will step into the role at a crucial time when Trump is expected to pursue an ambitious trade agenda. With his experience in trade matters and previous involvement in key trade decisions, Greer is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of US trade relations.
