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U.S. Economic Leverage and the Future of the USMCA

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Daniel Rechtschaffen and Kerry Anderson
August 18, 2026

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Episode Notes:

On July 1, the U.S. government stated that it would not renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement in its current form. The move triggers new negotiations between the United States, Mexico, and Canada on the economic deal. Kerry talks with Daniel Rechtschaffen about his recent article looking at U.S. efforts to advance its economic security priorities — including reducing North America's supply chain reliance on China. Kerry and Daniel discuss U.S., Mexican, and Canadian views on relations with China and the pros and cons of using America's economic leverage with its regional partners.

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