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Joni Ernst's Public Statements on Issue: Trade

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12/21/2021 Tweet - "This is welcome news for #Iowa pork producers as we keep working to expand market access for U.S. pork in Taiwan. While Communist China's attempts to intimidate our partner Taiwan failed, we must continue to stand up against the CCP's aggression."
07/01/2021 Tweet - "Tariffs have caused industries and businesses across #Iowa and America to face: (special character) Increased costs (special character) Lost sales & market access (special character) Competitive disadvantages My colleagues and I are urging @POTUS to end the trade war."
12/18/2020 Tweet - "Brazil is one of the most important markets for Iowa ethanol. USTR needs to work to reverse this decision and provide more market access for our biofuel producers."
08/06/2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 has shown the importance of reducing our dependence on foreign entities, particularly those located in Communist China. I'm working on a number of proposals to secure our supply chain, and I'm glad to see @POTUS take action to do so as well."
07/26/2020 Tweet - "The United States has become far too dependent on Communist China. That's why I'm working to decrease our country's dependency on China for critical supplies & manufacturing."
07/11/2020 Tweet - "We can't continue to rely on our adversaries, like China, for critically important nat'l security materials. That's why in this year's #NDAA I made it a priority to boost support for university research so we can make & manufacture materials here at home."
07/11/2020 Tweet - "We can't continue to rely on our adversaries, like China, for critically important nat'l security materials. That's why in this year's #NDAA I made it a priority to boost support for university research so we can make & manufacture materials here at home."
07/11/2020 Tweet - "We can't continue to rely on our adversaries, like China, for critically important nat'l security materials. That's why in this year's #NDAA I made it a priority to boost support for university research so we can make & manufacture materials here at home."
06/28/2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 has been a great awakening when it comes to the vulnerabilities in our supply chain. It's clear now, maybe more than ever, that the US has become all too dependent on China for PPE, Rx drugs, and other essential medical supplies. Let's fix that."
03/31/2020 Tweet - "I've heard from #Iowa businesses who are suffering extreme cash flow problems as a result of #COVID19--and they're not alone. I'm joining a bipartisan group of my colleagues urging @USTreasury to defer all tariffs during this pandemic."
12/19/2019 Tweet - "While it's unfortunate @SpeakerPelosi waited so long, I'm glad the House has finally acted on the #USMCA. Iowa's farmers, manufacturers, and small biz have long called for this landmark trade agreement, and I'm thankful for @realdonaldtrump's efforts to get a good deal in place."
10/31/2019 Tweet - "It's time for @SpeakerPelosi and @HouseDemocrats to prioritize the business of the American people over partisan games. Do your jobs so that #Iowa farmers, manufacturers, and business owners can do theirs. Pass the #USMCAnow."
09/25/2019 Tweet - "Nearly 300 days after @POTUS signed the #USMCA, House Democrats are STILL stalling on it. #Iowans have made it clear they want this deal & the benefits it will bring. This isn't about politics, it's about the American people. Let's get this deal done."
09/10/2019 Tweet - "10 reasons why Iowans, and all Americans, need the #USMCAnow-- cc: @SpeakerPelosi"
08/31/2019 Tweet - "As I've crisscrossed the state on my #99CountyTour, Iowans have made it clear they want the #USMCAnow. The hardworking pork producers I met with in Osceola County had that same message. Let's get this trade deal across the finish line."
07/30/2019 Tweet - "It's been 242 days since @POTUS, and leaders from Mexico & Canada signed the #USMCA. Members of the House Democratic caucus agree: this deal is good for the economy, good for our trading partners, and good for American workers. It's time to move forward."
07/16/2019 Tweet - "It's been 228 days since the #USMCA was signed. I'd say it's about time that @SpeakerPelosi and our friends in the House signal their support for the #USMCAnow. We've got to get this deal across the finish line--Iowa's farmers, manufacturers, & small biz are counting on it."
07/16/2019 Tweet - "1 in 5 jobs in Iowa is tied directly to trade. And with Canada & Mexico being two of our biggest trading partners, the USMCA is a HUGE deal for Iowa."
07/16/2019 Tweet - "Last year alone, #Iowa exported $6.6 billion worth of products to Canada & Mexico. Passing the #USMCAnow will allow those numbers to grow exponentially--creating new export opportunities for our dairy farmers, greater access for egg producers, & reducing non-tariff trade barriers."
06/13/2019 Tweet - "The #USMCA is a win for #Iowa's farmers and manufacturers--and they are counting on us to pass it. @SpeakerPelosi, it's time to start moving on USMCA."
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