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Kiley & Hurd Say Congress Must Have a Role in U.S. Trade Policy
WASHINGTON, DC – Less than two weeks after the Supreme Court struck down many of the administration’s tariffs, Reps. Kevin Kiley (CA-03) and Jeff Hurd (CO-03) discussed what’s at stake for trade and Congressional authority.
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WASHINGTON, DC – Three bipartisan members of the Problem Solvers Caucus gathered to offer a frank assessment of the state of health care in America — and a shared call for Congress to act – at a meeting of The Ripon Society and the Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange.
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WASHINGTON DC — Just over one year into the Trump Administration and just under nine months until the mid-term elections, The Ripon Forum examines the state of the U.S. economy and some of the challenges facing American families and businesses in 2026.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Featuring remarks from Tom Jensen, Vice President of Government Relations for America 250, who will discuss the initiatives he and his team are rolling out to engage every American in celebrating and commemorating the 250th anniversary of our country.
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Senator Thom Tillis (NC) will share his thoughts on the legislative agenda heading toward summer and some of the key challenges facing our nation as he enters the homestretch of his service on Capitol Hill.
TEDDY TWEETS
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“Do not get into a fight if you can possibly avoid it. If you get in, see it through.” Speech before the National Press ClubJanuary 24, 1918
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“Order without liberty and liberty without order are equally destructive.” September 28, 1918 Speech in Baltimore, Maryland
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“A great free people owes it to itself and to all mankind not to sink into helplessness before the powers of evil.” Fourth Annual Message to Congress December 6, 1904
RIPON FORUM
Volume 60, No. 1
February 2026
A Review of Tariffs & the Economy
A study found that 96 percent of the tariff burden is being absorbed by U.S. businesses and consumers rather than foreign exporters. This means that U.S. taxes increased by around $200 billion in 2025.
Republicans Expanded the Child Tax Credit. Now What?
Since the 1980s, Republicans have successfully claimed ownership of pro-family policy, and the child tax credit has long been central to that identity.