New coalition to advocate for fast-track trade authority Eight business groups have launched a new coalition to push for legislation giving the president "fast track" authority when it comes to approving trade deals. The new coalition, Trade Benefits America, counts the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Business Roundtable and National Association of Manufacturers among its steering committee members. "The benefits of trade and trade agreements to the United States in today's global marketplace are clear, and TPA is important to advancing trade deals to further support growth and jobs," said John Engler, president of Business Roundtable and the secretariat for the coalition. Every… Read More