On the recordFebruary 24, 2021
The creation of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative... is a creation of Congress.
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congress.govThe creation of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative... is a creation of Congress.
Tai highlights that the U.S. Trade Representative role was established by Congress.
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