Export-Import Bank

Trump's economic adviser Gary Cohn (left) and adviser Jared Kushner listen to President Trump at a meeting with business leaders Jan. 23.

Trump's Flip-Flops On Economics Move Policies Toward The Status Quo

11:27am April 14, 2017

by John Ydstie

President Trump is beating a path back toward the center on economic policy. Some economists think it may be due to influence from Trump advisers like Gary Cohn and Jared Kushner.

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Export-Import Bank Renewal Is Included In House-Approved Transportation Bill

5:13pm November 05, 2015

by Bill Chappell

The legislation provides billions in funding for roads and transit. A similar bill has already been approved by the Senate, including a provision that renews the Export-Import Bank's charter.

A woman looks on at the U.S. Capitol in 2013 after the most recent government shutdown. Congress has made no progress toward avoiding a government shutdown when it will run out of funding Sept. 30.

Iran Deal Looks Like A Done Deal, So Here Are The Next Crises For Congress

1:10pm September 03, 2015

by Ron Elving

President Obama may have secured enough votes to keep his Iran deal intact, but potential problems loom for Congress on the debt ceiling, highway funding and a possible government shutdown.

It could be a bumpy road ahead for Congress — not least because, well, they'll have to find ways to fund fixes for old, bumpy roads.

From Highways To Trade Deal, What Big Business Wants By Christmas

2:47pm July 18, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

Business lobbyists say Congress has enough time left this year to pass significant legislation. But those plans could get tripped up by debate over Iran and over the budget.

U.S. Export-Import Bank Targeted By Conservatives

3:20pm June 14, 2015

by Jim Zarroli

The agency that helps finance U.S. companies overseas has long been a favorite of big business. But now some members of Congress, who see it as a symbol of corporate welfare, want to see it expire.

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