As Trump trashes trade deals, governors step in to defend them

As President Trump continues to voice criticism of trade agreements and the international trading system, U.S. governors and foreign leaders are stepping up their defense of trade and NAFTA in particular – a message the governors will deliver in meetings with Cabinet officials and lawmakers this week. Governors are also increasingly engaging with other countries on trade and investment at the subnational level, including – as NAFTA negotiations drag on – relations with Canada and Mexico. Several governors are also...