Sec. Ross Says White House Meeting With Congress on Nafta

The transcript discusses ongoing NAFTA negotiations, focusing on the 90-day letter required by Congress to initiate formal talks. Meetings with various committees, including the Ways and Means and Finance Committees, are highlighted. The discussion also covers barriers to starting negotiations, emphasizing the role of the Trade Promotion Authority. The urgency to begin talks with Mexico is stressed due to upcoming elections, with assurances that the U.S. will not delay the process.

What is the purpose of the 90-day letter in the NAFTA negotiation process?

• To initiate formal negotiations

• To propose new trade tariffs

• To finalize the trade agreement

• To terminate existing agreements

Which committees are involved in the NAFTA negotiation process according to the transcript?

• Senate Judiciary Committee and House Armed Services Committee

• Senate Finance Committee and House Ways and Means Committee

• Senate Agriculture Committee and House Education Committee

• Senate Foreign Relations Committee and House Energy Committee

Under the Trade Promotion Authority, who is primarily responsible for initiating the NAFTA negotiations?

• The Commerce Department

• The White House

• The State Department

• Congress

Why is there urgency in starting negotiations with Mexico?

• Due to upcoming presidential elections in Mexico

• Because of a trade deficit with Mexico

• To increase agricultural exports

• To align with European trade agreements

What assurance is given regarding the United States' role in the negotiation process?

• The United States will lead the negotiations

• The United States will not be a source of delay

• The United States will impose new tariffs

• The United States will withdraw from NAFTA