Senate confirms Jamieson Greer as new US Trade Representative
28 Feb '25
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Jamieson Greer. Pic: Sen. Marsha Blackburn/X
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US Senate has confirmed Jamieson Greer as the new US Trade Representative (USTR) in a 56-43 vote.
A seasoned trade policy expert, Greer will lead trade negotiations under President Trump's administration.
In his statement, he pledged to address unfair trade practices, open new markets, and reduce the trade deficit.
Greer previously served as Chief of Staff to the USTR during Trump's first term.
US Senate has confirmed Jamieson Greer as the new United States Trade Representative (USTR) in a 56-43 vote. Greer, a seasoned trade policy expert, will now lead the nation’s trade negotiations and policies under President Donald Trump’s administration.
In a statement following the confirmation, Ambassador Greer expressed gratitude to the Senate and reaffirmed his commitment to advancing President Trump’s trade agenda.
US Senate has confirmed Jamieson Greer as the new US Trade Representative (USTR) in a 56-43 vote.
A seasoned trade policy expert, Greer will lead trade negotiations under President Trump's administration.
In his statement, he pledged to address unfair trade practices, open new markets, and reduce the trade deficit.
Greer previously served as Chief of Staff to the USTR during Trump's first term.
“It is my honour to be confirmed by the Senate to serve as President Trump’s US Trade Representative,” Greer stated. “President Trump recognises the role unfair trade practices have played in offshoring American jobs and harming our national security.”
“Under President Trump’s leadership, I will work strategically to address unfair trade practices, open new markets, tackle our record trade deficit, and restore America’s ability to become a country of producers. I look forward to building off the many successes from President Trump’s first term to lead USTR in executing a robust trade agenda that puts America First,” he added.
Greer has previously served as Chief of Staff to the US Trade Representative during Trump’s first term.
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