WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following focus paper (No. IF11400) on Jan. 6, 2022, entitled "Presidential Authority to Address Tariff Barriers in Trade Agreements" by legislative attorney Brandon J. Murrill and international trade and finance analyst Christopher A. Casey: * * * The U.S. Constitution grants Congress the power to regulate trade with foreign nations and to lay and collect duties. Since the 1930s, Congress has periodically authorized the Presi  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The White House issued the following news release on Jan. 14, 2022: President Biden announces his intent to appoint the following individuals to serve in key roles: * Laurence B. Alexander, Chair, Board for International Food and Agricultural Development * Pamela K. Anderson, Member, Board for International Food and Agricultural Development * Marie Boyd, Member, Board for International Food and Agricultural Development * Rattan Lal, Member, Board for International Foo  more