International Trade

Trump Is Threatening to Slap Tariffs on Imports from Mexico. That’s a Huge Deal for Texas. Here’s Why.

Everything you need to know about what tariffs could mean for the Texas economy, politics, and Chipotle burrito prices.

American Troops and Mexican Politics: Are We Underestimating Our Neighbor?

As Texas moves to send the National Guard to the border, Mexico moves to new business markets.

Texas Has Most to Win or Lose with NAFTA Renegotiation

Guest Column: Texas has 380,000 jobs tied to trade with Mexico

Affairs of State

Mónica García Velásquez, the first female mayor of Nuevo Laredo, is smart, poised, and articulate, especially when it comes to dismissing rumors about her love life.

Roads to Nowhere

The myth of the NAFTA superhighway.

Making the Grade