Policy Update

U.S. ag trade deficit surges to $45.5 billion | Mexico, China comments on Trump tariff threats
Selects Kevin Hassett as NEC director, Vince Haley to lead Domestic Policy Council
Trump’s tariff threats shake markets, reignite trade tensions, including USMCA | Currency trade war with China?
Key topics addressed | If found in U.S., would take billions of dollars to eradicate
APHIS to hold briefing update later this afternoon
Some ag groups fret over choice, but sources give her high marks
Trump wants to move fast on energy reforms and 100-day tax cuts, other action via budget reconciliation
APHIS heightens import restrictions on animal products from Mexico
Brooke Rollins | FDA front-of-package nutrition labeling proposal | Canada repositions on trade
President-elect made official announcement Saturday