President Donald Trump signs two executive orders related to energy infrastructure
He said the measures would help ease the permitting process and help investment in energy projects."My first order will speed up the process for approving vital infrastructure on our nation's border," Trump said.Trump's threat to override new NAFTA with tariff on Mexican cars could undermine ratificationThe President highlighted the economic growth and job creation that has taken place during his time in office, calling the economy"the envy of the world.
"He also highlighted that under his new order, US presidents would have sole authority to approve or disprove pipeline projects that cross borders.Read MoreStraying slightly from his prepared remarks, Trump returned to a familiar riff about his predecessors' inability to negotiate good trade terms with China. The Trump administration is currently pursuing a broad trade agreement with China.
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