Southern West Virginia News

Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Miller (R-WV) raised concerns about the Biden Administration's trade agenda during a recent hearing with United States Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai. Miller expressed disappointment in the administration's approach, stating, "The United States is losing ground at every step." She criticized the lack of progress in trade deals and market access under President Biden's leadership, highlighting a growing gap with China's aggressive trade strategy.

In response to Miller's concerns about China's dominance in the Indo-Pacific region, Ambassador Tai emphasized the importance of economic resilience and diversification. Tai acknowledged China's competitiveness but stressed the need for the U.S. to focus on developing independent supply chains and revitalizing its manufacturing base. She explained, "We need to produce more supply chains that can rebound, more supply chains that run through more places, and that is exactly what we’re doing."

Tai defended the administration's trade policy, noting the shift towards creating different economic outcomes through new agreements and frameworks. She emphasized the collaborative effort required to implement these changes, expressing hope for cooperation with Miller on shared goals.

The exchange between Congresswoman Miller and Ambassador Tai sheds light on the contrasting views regarding the U.S. trade agenda and the strategies needed to address global economic challenges.