Supply Chain Considerations in the Second Trump Administration

Jameson Rice, chair of the firm's Supply Chain Team, authored an article featured in the California Lawyers Association's April 2025 edition of its International Law and Immigration (ILS) News feature. Mr. Rice explores how rapidly evolving U.S. trade policies and new, escalating tariffs, especially those affecting China, Canada and Mexico, are shaping current supply chain conversations during the early months of President Donald Trump's second term. He notes that, in addition to tariffs, companies must also navigate issues including production costs, information security, logistics and shifting government incentives. The article highlights the increasing legal and regulatory complexities, such as rule of origin compliance and international investments, as the U.S. moves from offering incentives to implementing aggressive tariff policies. Mr. Rice discusses the importance of proactive supply chain strategies over a "wait and see" approach in today's unpredictable environment.

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