The Trouble with Tariffs and the Future of Trade
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Tariff Authority and Presidential Power
This chapter examines the historical evolution of tariff authority in the U.S., particularly after the Smoot-Hawley Act, and the shift of power from Congress to the executive branch under the guise of national security. It discusses the implications of unilateral presidential tariff powers, the influence of lobbying groups, and the need for reforms to ensure congressional oversight in trade policy.
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