Pascrell makes it official: He wants to chair Ways & Means trade panel

Rep. Bill Pascrell (D-NJ), the ranking member of the House Ways & Means trade subcommittee, wants to chair the panel once the Democrats take over the House in January. In a letter to colleagues , Pascrell says he has the “experience and leadership skills” to lead the subcommittee. “I have sought your input and priorities in shaping our messaging and strategy on trade,” the letter states. “With your support, I will build upon the excellent work we have done together.”...