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News
Truck makers warn Biden of inability to meet freight demand
The U.S. must help secure domestic semiconductor manufacturing, truck manufacturers tell the Biden administration.
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Regulatory Agencies
Biden readies critical supply chain review
The Biden administration review of critical supply chains is aimed at reducing reliance on China for equipment.
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News
Mexico avoids tariffs on steel used in energy sector
The United States is the largest steel importer in the world, buying $23.9 billion worth of raw steel in 2019.
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Rail
US weekly rail traffic sinks even further amid headwinds
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic is shrinking U.S. rail volumes as the housing construction and retail sectors struggle to stay afloat.
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Infrastructure
Trump demands protection for GPS-based transportation
Executive order establishes national policy to safeguard positioning and navigation services.
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New Tech
Building an entrepreneurship ecosystem: Craig Buerstatte urges cities to invest in their future
Ecosystems of entrepreneurship are popping up in cities across the United States. Innovation is no longer exclusive to Silicon Valley.
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News
Tomato tariff spat ends as Trump administration reaches deal with Mexico
The United States and Mexico have reached a deal to avoid a tomato anti-dumping investigation, ending a tense tariff dispute that had lingered for months.…
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News
Trade tensions between U.S. farmers and Mexican tomato growers continues to escalate
The United States and Mexico are on the brink of yet another trade war – this time pitting U.S. farmers against Mexican tomato growers and…
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Business
Commentary: Attempt to protect Chinese market share is basis of FedEx lawsuit against U.S. Department of Commerce
Scott Case explores the reasons behind the recent FedEx lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Commerce.
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Intermodal
Freight coalition warns White House on border shutdown
Trump now threatening tariffs against Mexico while trade groups claim cross-border supply chains still at risk.
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