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In Japan, Vice President Pence Pushes For Bilateral Trade Deal

Vice President Pence and Japanese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Taro Aso leave the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo on Tuesday. Pence said the U.S. and Japan had launched talks that could eventually result in a bilateral trade deal between the two economies. Kazuhiro Nogi/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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In Japan, Vice President Pence Pushes For Bilateral Trade Deal

April 18, 2017 • President Trump's administration has rejected the Trans-Pacific Partnership and is seeking one-on-one talks. Japan, meanwhile, has indicated it wants to push ahead with TPP — with or without the U.S.

Your Cheat Sheet To The Issues That Could Come Up In The Presidential Debate

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Your Cheat Sheet To The Issues That Could Come Up In The Presidential Debate

September 24, 2016 • From jobs and taxes to health care and immigration, there are a host of issues that will come up Monday night. Here's what you should know to get smart quick.

FACT CHECK: Donald Trump Unveils His Economic Plan In Major Detroit Speech

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FACT CHECK: Donald Trump Unveils His Economic Plan In Major Detroit Speech

August 8, 2016 • In a vision described as "Winning The Global Competition," the GOP nominee is proposing three tax brackets and would limit taxes on all forms of business income as well as end the estate tax.

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Clinton Breaks With Obama To Oppose Asia Trade Deal

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Clinton Breaks With Obama To Oppose Asia Trade Deal

October 7, 2015 • "What I know of it, as of today, I am not in favor of what I have learned about it," the Democrat said, breaking with President Obama on his signature trade deal he hopes to push through Congress.

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Congress Breathes Life Into President's Fast-Track Trade Plan

June 18, 2015 • In a close vote, the House approved fast-track authority, but the fate of the trade measure is still to be determined.

How Democratic Trade Rift Could Give Rise To 'Tea Party' Of The Left

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How Democratic Trade Rift Could Give Rise To 'Tea Party' Of The Left

June 18, 2015 • Intra-party turmoil could spill over into the next election, with labor groups threatening primaries against members — even those who sit in swing districts — who sided with the president.

Paul Ryan: Trade Deal Will Help U.S. 'Set The Standards For The Global Economy'

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Paul Ryan: Trade Deal Will Help U.S. 'Set The Standards For The Global Economy'

June 17, 2015 • The Republican House Ways and Means chairman explains to Steve Inskeep why he supports the Trans-Pacific Partnership deal, which is now working its way — in fits and starts — through Congress.

Paul Ryan: Trade Deal Will Help U.S. 'Set The Standards For The Global Economy'

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U.S. House Votes To Buy Time For Obama's Trade Agenda

June 16, 2015 • The chamber now has until July 30 to try again to pass a package of trade-related legislation.

Obama Says China Could Join Already Huge Asia Trade Deal

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Obama Says China Could Join Already Huge Asia Trade Deal

June 3, 2015 • If you thought the Trans-Pacific Partnership was big already — and it is — it could get even bigger, President Obama told Kai Ryssdal of "Marketplace" from American Public Media.

Just How Big Is The Asia Trade Deal Obama Wants? It's A Beast

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Just How Big Is The Asia Trade Deal Obama Wants? It's A Beast

May 26, 2015 • The 12 countries in the Trans-Pacific Partnership account for almost 36 percent of the world's economy, which would make TPP by far the largest U.S. trade pact.

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Fast-Track Trade Authority, A Step Toward Asia Deal, Passes Full Senate

May 22, 2015 • The bill still must clear the House. The measure would clear the way for President Obama's Trans-Pacific Partnership, which is unpopular with labor groups and some Democrats.

A Trade Deal Read In Secret By Only A Few (Or Maybe None)

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A Trade Deal Read In Secret By Only A Few (Or Maybe None)

May 14, 2015 • To study the draft Trans-Pacific Partnership text, senators have to go to the basement of the Capitol and enter a secured, soundproof room and surrender their cellphones.

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No One's Talking About What The Pacific Trade Deal Means For Diets

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No One's Talking About What The Pacific Trade Deal Means For Diets

May 11, 2015 • Trade deals like NAFTA can have vast long-term impacts on diet and health. Experts say they're concerned that the U.S. isn't addressing these implications of the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

Japan's Prime Minister Makes Historic Address To Congress

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is greeted by members before speaking to a joint meeting of Congress, the first Japanese prime minister to do so. Mark Wilson/Getty Images hide caption

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Japan's Prime Minister Makes Historic Address To Congress

April 29, 2015 • Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe laid out his vision of increasing ties with the U.S., and expressed his remorse over Japan's wartime atrocities.