Jim McDermott: “The Republican budget would hurt taxpayer service and administration of energy and other tax credits.”

In my opinion, it could be one of the most important hearings we have held during my time as ranking member on the subcommittee.

Ambassador Tai believes we need a different approach that gives workers a seat at the table, so their perspectives and voices are incorporated into the policy that we develop.

It includes a new tool known as the rapid response mechanism that, when used, allows us to promptly raise concerns with the Mexican and Canadian Governments when there are allegations of worker rights violations.

If confirmed as Deputy United States Trade Representative, I will continue to fight for American workers, fight for the environment, and fight for our economic future.