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Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
<\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. 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Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. 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Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. 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The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. 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According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
After years of rejection from almost all federal agencies involved in the permitting process, the Trump administration swiftly advanced the application for the highly controversial Ambler Road project, a 212-mile mineral access project in Alaska's North Slope. Plans to assist the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas Pipeline project and Ambler Road were announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. In 2024, Venture Global LNG, a low-cost producer of liquefied natural gas, spent $860,000 on lobbying, up from $20,000 in 2023. The Unlocking of Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024 was the subject of lobbying by ConocoPhillips and several other oil and gas firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
After years of rejection from almost all federal agencies involved in the permitting process, the Trump administration swiftly advanced the application for the highly controversial Ambler Road project, a 212-mile mineral access project in Alaska's North Slope. Plans to assist the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas Pipeline project and Ambler Road were announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. In 2024, Venture Global LNG, a low-cost producer of liquefied natural gas, spent $860,000 on lobbying, up from $20,000 in 2023. The Unlocking of Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024 was the subject of lobbying by ConocoPhillips and several other oil and gas firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. 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20,000 barrels of oil per day are expected to be produced by the Nuna project, which reached oil at the end of last year. A program that was expected to release 180,000 barrels of oil per day, or 4% of the yearly carbon emissions in the United States, was halted by the ongoing push and pull over approval of the \"Willow Project.\" Additionally, in 2024, ConocoPhillips paid $22.5 billion to purchase Marathon Oil in an effort to strengthen its position in lower-48 oil production, particularly in the Permian Basin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After years of rejection from almost all federal agencies involved in the permitting process, the Trump administration swiftly advanced the application for the highly controversial Ambler Road project, a 212-mile mineral access project in Alaska's North Slope. Plans to assist the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas Pipeline project and Ambler Road were announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. In 2024, Venture Global LNG, a low-cost producer of liquefied natural gas, spent $860,000 on lobbying, up from $20,000 in 2023. The Unlocking of Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024 was the subject of lobbying by ConocoPhillips and several other oil and gas firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
With more than $3.2 million spent on influence efforts in the first three months of 2025, ConocoPhillips spent more on lobbying than any other firm in the sector. ConocoPhillips has concentrated its lobbying efforts on promoting liquefied natural gas exploration, much like many other oil and gas behemoths. Nuna and Willow were two projects that started producing oil on Alaska's North Slope for ConocoPhillips, which had spent over $8.4 million on lobbying the year before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 20,000 barrels of oil per day are expected to be produced by the Nuna project, which reached oil at the end of last year. A program that was expected to release 180,000 barrels of oil per day, or 4% of the yearly carbon emissions in the United States, was halted by the ongoing push and pull over approval of the \"Willow Project.\" Additionally, in 2024, ConocoPhillips paid $22.5 billion to purchase Marathon Oil in an effort to strengthen its position in lower-48 oil production, particularly in the Permian Basin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After years of rejection from almost all federal agencies involved in the permitting process, the Trump administration swiftly advanced the application for the highly controversial Ambler Road project, a 212-mile mineral access project in Alaska's North Slope. Plans to assist the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas Pipeline project and Ambler Road were announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. In 2024, Venture Global LNG, a low-cost producer of liquefied natural gas, spent $860,000 on lobbying, up from $20,000 in 2023. The Unlocking of Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024 was the subject of lobbying by ConocoPhillips and several other oil and gas firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
With more than $3.2 million spent on influence efforts in the first three months of 2025, ConocoPhillips spent more on lobbying than any other firm in the sector. ConocoPhillips has concentrated its lobbying efforts on promoting liquefied natural gas exploration, much like many other oil and gas behemoths. Nuna and Willow were two projects that started producing oil on Alaska's North Slope for ConocoPhillips, which had spent over $8.4 million on lobbying the year before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 20,000 barrels of oil per day are expected to be produced by the Nuna project, which reached oil at the end of last year. A program that was expected to release 180,000 barrels of oil per day, or 4% of the yearly carbon emissions in the United States, was halted by the ongoing push and pull over approval of the \"Willow Project.\" Additionally, in 2024, ConocoPhillips paid $22.5 billion to purchase Marathon Oil in an effort to strengthen its position in lower-48 oil production, particularly in the Permian Basin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After years of rejection from almost all federal agencies involved in the permitting process, the Trump administration swiftly advanced the application for the highly controversial Ambler Road project, a 212-mile mineral access project in Alaska's North Slope. Plans to assist the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas Pipeline project and Ambler Road were announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. In 2024, Venture Global LNG, a low-cost producer of liquefied natural gas, spent $860,000 on lobbying, up from $20,000 in 2023. The Unlocking of Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024 was the subject of lobbying by ConocoPhillips and several other oil and gas firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Read<\/p>\n\n\n\n With more than $3.2 million spent on influence efforts in the first three months of 2025, ConocoPhillips spent more on lobbying than any other firm in the sector. ConocoPhillips has concentrated its lobbying efforts on promoting liquefied natural gas exploration, much like many other oil and gas behemoths. Nuna and Willow were two projects that started producing oil on Alaska's North Slope for ConocoPhillips, which had spent over $8.4 million on lobbying the year before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 20,000 barrels of oil per day are expected to be produced by the Nuna project, which reached oil at the end of last year. A program that was expected to release 180,000 barrels of oil per day, or 4% of the yearly carbon emissions in the United States, was halted by the ongoing push and pull over approval of the \"Willow Project.\" Additionally, in 2024, ConocoPhillips paid $22.5 billion to purchase Marathon Oil in an effort to strengthen its position in lower-48 oil production, particularly in the Permian Basin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After years of rejection from almost all federal agencies involved in the permitting process, the Trump administration swiftly advanced the application for the highly controversial Ambler Road project, a 212-mile mineral access project in Alaska's North Slope. Plans to assist the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas Pipeline project and Ambler Road were announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. In 2024, Venture Global LNG, a low-cost producer of liquefied natural gas, spent $860,000 on lobbying, up from $20,000 in 2023. The Unlocking of Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024 was the subject of lobbying by ConocoPhillips and several other oil and gas firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
The oil and gas sector may be poised for another boom now that Republicans control the entire federal government. The exploration of sensitive areas and national energy investments has been boosted nationwide by President Donald Trump's desire for domestic energy. The oil and gas sector has thus invested millions in lobbying to support pro-extraction laws, exploration of fossil fuels, and less regulation. Additionally, there are indications of a possible energy slowdown, which would lead to more lobbying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read<\/p>\n\n\n\n With more than $3.2 million spent on influence efforts in the first three months of 2025, ConocoPhillips spent more on lobbying than any other firm in the sector. ConocoPhillips has concentrated its lobbying efforts on promoting liquefied natural gas exploration, much like many other oil and gas behemoths. Nuna and Willow were two projects that started producing oil on Alaska's North Slope for ConocoPhillips, which had spent over $8.4 million on lobbying the year before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 20,000 barrels of oil per day are expected to be produced by the Nuna project, which reached oil at the end of last year. A program that was expected to release 180,000 barrels of oil per day, or 4% of the yearly carbon emissions in the United States, was halted by the ongoing push and pull over approval of the \"Willow Project.\" Additionally, in 2024, ConocoPhillips paid $22.5 billion to purchase Marathon Oil in an effort to strengthen its position in lower-48 oil production, particularly in the Permian Basin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After years of rejection from almost all federal agencies involved in the permitting process, the Trump administration swiftly advanced the application for the highly controversial Ambler Road project, a 212-mile mineral access project in Alaska's North Slope. Plans to assist the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas Pipeline project and Ambler Road were announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. In 2024, Venture Global LNG, a low-cost producer of liquefied natural gas, spent $860,000 on lobbying, up from $20,000 in 2023. The Unlocking of Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024 was the subject of lobbying by ConocoPhillips and several other oil and gas firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
The oil and gas sector may be poised for another boom now that Republicans control the entire federal government. The exploration of sensitive areas and national energy investments has been boosted nationwide by President Donald Trump's desire for domestic energy. The oil and gas sector has thus invested millions in lobbying to support pro-extraction laws, exploration of fossil fuels, and less regulation. Additionally, there are indications of a possible energy slowdown, which would lead to more lobbying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read<\/p>\n\n\n\n With more than $3.2 million spent on influence efforts in the first three months of 2025, ConocoPhillips spent more on lobbying than any other firm in the sector. ConocoPhillips has concentrated its lobbying efforts on promoting liquefied natural gas exploration, much like many other oil and gas behemoths. Nuna and Willow were two projects that started producing oil on Alaska's North Slope for ConocoPhillips, which had spent over $8.4 million on lobbying the year before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 20,000 barrels of oil per day are expected to be produced by the Nuna project, which reached oil at the end of last year. A program that was expected to release 180,000 barrels of oil per day, or 4% of the yearly carbon emissions in the United States, was halted by the ongoing push and pull over approval of the \"Willow Project.\" Additionally, in 2024, ConocoPhillips paid $22.5 billion to purchase Marathon Oil in an effort to strengthen its position in lower-48 oil production, particularly in the Permian Basin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After years of rejection from almost all federal agencies involved in the permitting process, the Trump administration swiftly advanced the application for the highly controversial Ambler Road project, a 212-mile mineral access project in Alaska's North Slope. Plans to assist the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas Pipeline project and Ambler Road were announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. In 2024, Venture Global LNG, a low-cost producer of liquefied natural gas, spent $860,000 on lobbying, up from $20,000 in 2023. The Unlocking of Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024 was the subject of lobbying by ConocoPhillips and several other oil and gas firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today's Senate vote on the GENIUS Act is expected to pass with high probability, paving the way for the bill to move on to the House. In order to create a stablecoin regulatory framework in the US, this vote is an essential first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonetheless, some Democrats wish to prevent Donald Trump from making money from his cryptocurrency endeavors. Their attempts to change the law were unsuccessful. The CLARITY Act, a more comprehensive crypto bill, is also being worked on but is experiencing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More hearings are scheduled for July, according to Republicans like Tim Scott. However, Senate action might not occur until autumn. Others, meantime, want the House to expedite the process by combining both pieces of legislation. But time is not on the side of cryptocurrency. Unrelated modifications are more likely to occur the longer you wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stablecoin measure was defeated by Democrats earlier this year. The fact that Trump was involved with cryptocurrency infuriated them. Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren were among the senators who vigorously opposed him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There were Republicans who set their own requirements. Josh Hawley favored restricting the use of stablecoins by IT companies. Rand Paul demanded that the Federal Reserve be audited. Both concepts were unsuccessful. Additionally, Coinbase has advocated for interest-bearing stablecoin accounts. Lawmakers, however, have not reached a consensus. The larger cryptocurrency community is still concerned that only one piece of legislation will pass into law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"Coinbase, Tether lobby Democrats for crypto-friendly laws","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"coinbase-tether-lobby-democrats-for-crypto-friendly-laws","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8033","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8026,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-16 20:08:43","post_content":"\n In the last week, the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) recorded six lobbying exchanges<\/a> with government authorities, including one with Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, on the impact of U.S. tariffs on the steel sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA) is the national voice of Canada\u2019s $15 billion steel industry, representing companies that produce approximately 13 million tonnes of crude steel and over one million tonnes of steel pipe and tube products annually across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum exports to 50%, which Mark Carney's office deemed illegal and unwarranted, the discussions took place throughout May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The office of the Canadian prime minister stated that it was in talks with the United States on the tariffs. The federal government claims that whatever money it receives from Canada's retaliatory tariffs after the initial $90 billion, before remissions, would be used to support the recovery of Canadian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's initial round of 25% steel and aluminum levies, which were put into effect in March, have increased manufacturing prices and resulted in job losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to CSPA President Catherine Cobden, Canada is one of the major exporters of steel and aluminum to the United States, and the tariff increase will effectively shut down U.S. commerce for Canada's steel sector. In a news statement, she referred to the additional tariffs as a \"further blow to Canadian steel that will have unrecoverable consequences\" and urged on the Canadian government to take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite previous legal challenges, Trump issued his directive. A U.S. court declared the president's unilateral Liberation Day tariffs illegal on May 28, but the White House appealed <\/a>the ruling the next day, and the tariffs were reinstated for a minimum of one month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump was questioned in the Oval Office that same day on a Financial Times journalist who dubbed his economic approach the \"TACO\" trade. The term \"Trump Always Chickens Out,\" or TACO, describes how the president threatens to impose tariffs on other nations but then backs off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump snapped at the journalist. That is an unpleasant question. That's the nastiest question, in my opinion, and he claims that his strategy of imposing and then removing tariffs is a clever negotiating ploy. The president imposed the additional steel and aluminium tariffs two days after being questioned about the TACO trade.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Canadian steelmakers lobby against Trump\u2019s tariff hike","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"canadian-steelmakers-lobby-against-trumps-tariff-hike","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:12:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8026","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":5},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
During the Biden administration, when the White House was pushing for alternative energy options despite record-high U.S. oil output, the oil and gas business spent more than $153 million on lobbying the federal government<\/a> last year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The oil and gas sector may be poised for another boom now that Republicans control the entire federal government. The exploration of sensitive areas and national energy investments has been boosted nationwide by President Donald Trump's desire for domestic energy. The oil and gas sector has thus invested millions in lobbying to support pro-extraction laws, exploration of fossil fuels, and less regulation. Additionally, there are indications of a possible energy slowdown, which would lead to more lobbying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read<\/p>\n\n\n\n With more than $3.2 million spent on influence efforts in the first three months of 2025, ConocoPhillips spent more on lobbying than any other firm in the sector. ConocoPhillips has concentrated its lobbying efforts on promoting liquefied natural gas exploration, much like many other oil and gas behemoths. Nuna and Willow were two projects that started producing oil on Alaska's North Slope for ConocoPhillips, which had spent over $8.4 million on lobbying the year before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 20,000 barrels of oil per day are expected to be produced by the Nuna project, which reached oil at the end of last year. A program that was expected to release 180,000 barrels of oil per day, or 4% of the yearly carbon emissions in the United States, was halted by the ongoing push and pull over approval of the \"Willow Project.\" Additionally, in 2024, ConocoPhillips paid $22.5 billion to purchase Marathon Oil in an effort to strengthen its position in lower-48 oil production, particularly in the Permian Basin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After years of rejection from almost all federal agencies involved in the permitting process, the Trump administration swiftly advanced the application for the highly controversial Ambler Road project, a 212-mile mineral access project in Alaska's North Slope. Plans to assist the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas Pipeline project and Ambler Road were announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. In 2024, Venture Global LNG, a low-cost producer of liquefied natural gas, spent $860,000 on lobbying, up from $20,000 in 2023. The Unlocking of Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024 was the subject of lobbying by ConocoPhillips and several other oil and gas firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Koch Inc. spent more than $2.8 million during the quarter, the second-highest amount, on lobbying the federal government. However, in order to concentrate on less risky markets, the business declared in April that it was abandoning the global oil trade. Among several other measures, Koch Inc. spent more than $11 million in 2024 pushing for the Environmental Protection Agency's emission limits and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to $7 million the year before, the American Fuel and Petrochem Manufacturers spent over $28 million lobbying the federal government in 2024 on topics pertaining to<\/a> the enforcement of EPA regulations and automobile pollution standards. AFPM spent $1.8 million on lobbying in the first quarter of 2025, far less than the $7.8 million it spent in the same period in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With $880,000 in fees (about the same as the 2024 Q1 total of $870,000), the lobbying firm Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck handled the most oil and gas work in the first quarter of the year. The largest rise was for BGR Group, which saw its oil and gas lobbying profits soar from $300,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to $450,000 this year.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Oil & gas industry spent $38\u202fmillion on lobbying in early 2025","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"oil-gas-industry-spent-38-million-on-lobbying-in-early-2025","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-22 08:09:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8054","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8043,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-18 19:36:25","post_content":"\n The leading lobby organisation for the solar business held a rally in the shadow of the Capitol the morning after the Senate Finance Committee unveiled a new megabill text that would stop tax credits for the development of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry executives and lobbyists have been frantically trying to save some of the energy tax breaks included in the Democrats' 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Last month, the House enacted the \"One Big Beautiful Bill Act,\" which would drastically reduce many of the credits. Furthermore, sources like solar and wind are not substantially better off with a Senate draft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before moving to meet with senators and aides, SEIA had a protest that comprised employees and executives from dozens of businesses. This year, it was the group's ninth lobbying day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies warning about the legislation's possible negative effects on projects and employment, especially in red areas, have been released by advocacy organisations and trade associations. Republican leaders have pledged to continue adjusting their tax, energy, and border spending package, so the legislation's actual impacts are still up in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses and organisations believed that because of the economic effect of climate law credits, Republicans and President Donald Trump would be less aggressive in their targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Mike Carr, a lobbyist with Boundary Stone Partners who works with businesses in the solar, battery, and allied industries, the House bill was a wake-up call. The American Council on Renewable Energy and the American Clean Power Association are two other significant groups advocating for energy subsidies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it expressed gratitude to the Finance Committee for its efforts, the Edison Electric Institute made it apparent that it believes there is still a need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The panel took a more pessimistic opinion of the House version, especially in regards to the transferability of tax credits, the short ending credit term, and the sourcing criteria. Although they have generally backed the congressional Republicans' efforts, large corporate organisations like the American Petroleum Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have also been advocating for longer periods for some tax credits, such as those for carbon capture and hydrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to records submitted to Congress, several businesses and groups have hired new lobbyists in recent months to advocate for the credits they support. These include the Clean Energy Buyers Association, the Hydrogen Jobs Now Coalition, battery recycler Ecobat, chemical company Johnson Matthey, and battery manufacturer Energizer Holdings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that Energizer had hired a group of Democratic lobbyists from Washington Council Ernst & Young was cited by the far-right House Freedom Caucus.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Renewable lobby pushes back on Senate proposal cutting climate incentives","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"renewable-lobby-pushes-back-on-senate-proposal-cutting-climate-incentives","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_modified_gmt":"2025-06-19 19:45:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=8043","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":8033,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_date_gmt":"2025-06-17 20:35:42","post_content":"\n To further their goals in Washington, cryptocurrency companies\u2014particularly Coinbase and Tether\u2014are increasingly focusing on Democrats. Even if political power changes again, they want to ensure regulations that benefit the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Bloomberg story claims that David Plouffe, a former adviser to Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, has joined Coinbase's advisory board. The stablecoin company Tether engaged a lobbying firm connected to former employees of Joe Biden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giants in the cryptocurrency space are aware that Democrats could soon take back control of the White House or Congress. The business runs the danger of losing its long-term clout if it exclusively supports Republicans. Experts like Austin Campbell of NYU and WSPN USA have issued that warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Reed, a longtime assistant to Democratic leadership in the House, was recently recruited by prominent cryptocurrency investor Andreessen Horowitz. Deeper planning is indicated by the move. Although the company backed Trump's 2024 campaign, it now believes that fostering relationships with Democrats is worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to reports, this new tactic paid well. The GENIUS Act, a significant crypto measure, was advanced by the Senate. Sixteen Democrats backed it, and the vote was 68 to 30. Paul Grewal, the chief legal officer of Coinbase, pointed out that this development, which was unthinkable a year ago, represents a major advancement in the cryptocurrency <\/a>industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
How are lobbying firms benefiting from energy policies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
How are lobbying firms benefiting from energy policies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
How are lobbying firms benefiting from energy policies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
What projects is ConocoPhillips prioritising in Alaska?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying firms benefiting from energy policies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
What projects is ConocoPhillips prioritising in Alaska?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying firms benefiting from energy policies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
What projects is ConocoPhillips prioritising in Alaska?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying firms benefiting from energy policies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
How is Trump boosting fossil fuel expansion efforts?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What projects is ConocoPhillips prioritising in Alaska?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying firms benefiting from energy policies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why is Canada calling Trump's tariffs illegal now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What did Trump say about the \u201cTACO\u201d trade label?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
How is Trump boosting fossil fuel expansion efforts?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What projects is ConocoPhillips prioritising in Alaska?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying firms benefiting from energy policies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How would new legislation impact renewable energy credits?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How are lobbying groups responding to credit rollbacks?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Who are the new lobbyists hired for clean energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How is Coinbase strengthening ties with Democratic advisors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What role could the GENIUS Act play in crypto?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n