Trump’s Section 122 Tariffs Have Delivered Nothing for American Businesses, Workers, or Communities ArticleJuly 15, 2026 Trump’s Section 122 Tariffs Have Delivered Nothing for American Businesses, Workers, or Communities The Trump administration’s short-term Section 122 tariffs, which are due to expire next week, have not delivered a single policy win. Jul 15, 2026 Ryan Mulholland
The debate over AGOA is missing the point In the NewsJuly 6, 2026 The debate over AGOA is missing the point In an op-ed for Semafor Africa, Daniele Nyirandutiye argues that in considering whether to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act, Congress is having the wrong debate. Jul 6, 2026 Semafor Africa Daniele Nyirandutiye
Not the time to cement North America’s fate In the NewsMay 26, 2026 Not the time to cement North America’s fate In an op-ed published by El País, Dan Restrepo argues that Mexico, the United States, and Canada would be making a mistake if they extended the USMCA for 16 years. May 26, 2026 El País Dan Restrepo
ExIm Reauthorization Is a Chance To Reimagine the Bank as a Potential Engine of Climate Action, Industrial Development, and Job Creation ArticleMay 21, 2026 ExIm Reauthorization Is a Chance To Reimagine the Bank as a Potential Engine of Climate Action, Industrial Development, and Job Creation As Congress considers reauthorizing the Export-Import Bank of the United States, this moment should be leveraged to improve and modernize the bank. May 21, 2026 Ryan Mulholland, Courtney Federico
2026 CAP IDEAS Conference Past EventMay 19, 2026 2026 CAP IDEAS Conference The Center for American Progress’ signature event, now celebrating its 15th year, where CAP convenes the big thinkers and doers on the center-left for a day of not only identifying the problems facing Americans, but also sharing solutions to improve the lives of all Americans. Online via Zoom May 19, 2026
A multilateral green trade pact? In the NewsMay 5, 2026 A multilateral green trade pact? In a podcast from the Lowy Institute, Ryan Mulholland discusses how governments can go about designing green trade agreements. May 5, 2026 Lowy Institute Ryan Mulholland
Unilateralism in trade calls for a new approach to build a green future In the NewsApril 29, 2026 Unilateralism in trade calls for a new approach to build a green future In an essay published by the International Network of Energy Transition Think Tanks, Ryan Mulholland argues that climate and trade policy should be treated as complementary disciplines. Apr 29, 2026 International Network of Energy Transition Think Tanks Ryan Mulholland
5 Ways the Trump Administration’s War With Iran Is Making It Harder To Make Things in America ArticleApril 1, 2026 5 Ways the Trump Administration’s War With Iran Is Making It Harder To Make Things in America The consequences of Trump’s war are squeezing U.S. manufacturers and putting working-class jobs at risk. Apr 1, 2026 Ryan Mulholland
Trading Offshore Wind for LNG: A Lose-Lose for Americans ArticleMarch 31, 2026 Trading Offshore Wind for LNG: A Lose-Lose for Americans The Interior Department’s unprecedented deal with TotalEnergies redirects nearly $1 billion in taxpayer dollars away from reliable domestic electricity production and into volatile fossil fuels destined for export, signaling a new, corrupt approach to depriving the nation’s grid of new sources of clean energy. Mar 31, 2026 Jasia Smith, Mike Williams
One Year After ‘Liberation Day,’ American Workers Are Feeling the Negative Effects of the Trump Administration’s Tariffs ArticleMarch 17, 2026 One Year After ‘Liberation Day,’ American Workers Are Feeling the Negative Effects of the Trump Administration’s Tariffs The Trump administration’s tariff agenda has resulted in blue-collar job losses in nearly every state while failing to boost manufacturing or close the trade deficit in goods. Mar 17, 2026 Ryan Mulholland, Kennedy Andara
No More Reacting: An Argument for a Clean Industrial Policy—and Against Competitiveness as an Organizing Economic Principle ReportMarch 12, 2026 No More Reacting: An Argument for a Clean Industrial Policy—and Against Competitiveness as an Organizing Economic Principle Moving beyond the failures of the Trump administration, the United States will need to embrace a strategy for fighting the climate crisis that prioritizes values such as support for working people and establishes a precedent for international collaboration. Mar 12, 2026 Mike Williams, Ryan Mulholland
The Trump Administration’s Trade Deals Are the Epitome of Corporate-Style ‘Short-Termism’ in Foreign Policy, and the American People Will Pay the Price for Years To Come ArticleMarch 3, 2026 The Trump Administration’s Trade Deals Are the Epitome of Corporate-Style ‘Short-Termism’ in Foreign Policy, and the American People Will Pay the Price for Years To Come The lasting consequences of the Trump administration’s trade policy demonstrate the cost of headline-chasing leadership. Mar 3, 2026 Ryan Mulholland
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice IssueNovember 1, 2021 Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.
Restoring Social Trust in Democracy IssueNovember 1, 2021 Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Democracy is under attack at home and abroad. We must act to ensure it is accessible to all, accountable, and can serve as a force of good.
Building an Economy for All IssueNovember 1, 2021 Building an Economy for All Economic growth must be built on the foundation of a strong and secure middle class so that all Americans benefit from growth.