Why losing a trade vote in Congress may strengthen America’s bargaining position
The House has just voted down an item of legislation that was critical to Obama’s hopes to get authority to negotiate TPP, a trade deal with countries in the Pacific region. It’s nearly certain that Congress will return to this legislation in the coming weeks or months. Nonetheless, some people believe that this cripples America’s ability to bargain hard with its allies. Read more about Why losing a trade vote in Congress may strengthen America’s bargaining position