The First 100 Days: Legal insights for a new era

04: Sanctions and export controls: More of the same?

Economic tools advance US foreign policy and national security goals.

In this episode, trade partners Cristina Brayton-Lewis and David Lim discuss the Trump administration’s expected actions on economic sanctions and export controls. Cristina practices export control and economic sanctions law, with a focus on technology. David, who previously held multiple roles at the Department of Justice, represents clients in economic sanctions, export controls and national security matters. Topics covered in this episode include: targeted sectors, the administration’s views on Iran and China and the sanctions on Russia.

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03: Energy transition in a changing regulatory landscape

Speed bumps on the road to a lower carbon future.

This episode features a conversation about the second Trump administration’s likely approach to the energy transition with M&A partner Hayden Baker and partner Taylor Pullins, who co-heads our Sustainability & Responsible Business practice. Topics covered include potential impacts on global companies, the move away from Biden’s “all of government” approach, lessons from Trump 1.0, ESG trends, the role of individual US states and the EU’s influence.

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This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

02: The future of trade between the US and Latin America

Will tariffs help rewrite the rules of international trade?

This episode features a conversation on trade with partners Francisco de Rosenzweig and Greg Spak. Francisco, a trade and finance partner in Mexico City, was previously deputy minister for foreign trade of Mexico. Greg, who is based in Washington, DC, has been a partner in our global trade group since the birth of the World Trade Organization in 1995. Topics covered in this episode, which focuses on Latin America, include tariffs as economic and negotiating tools and their impacts on supply chains and business costs. The partners offer insights into how businesses can navigate the evolving landscape.

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This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.

01: The fate of tax incentives for the energy transition

An exploration of Trump’s policy agenda and the hurdles it may face.

This episode features a conversation with White & Case tax partners Jeffrey Davis and Michael Sykes, who explore the fate of energy transition tax incentives under the new US administration. In his practice, Jeff advises on the development and financing of renewable energy projects and the energy transition. Michael's practice focuses on tax incentives and related financing strategies for a wide range of energy transition projects. Topics covered in this episode include Section 45X of the IRS Code, introduced by the Inflation Reduction Act, which provides renewable energy tax credits. The partners consider historical precedents, including lessons from Trump’s first term, and analyze the likelihood of changes to these incentives under the new administration.

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Introducing "The First 100 Days"

“The First 100 Days” is a podcast that explores the legal, regulatory and policy implications that the new US administration may have on global businesses across industries. The series features our lawyers’ views on the topics that matter most to our clients.

White & Case means the international legal practice comprising White & Case LLP, a New York State registered limited liability partnership, White & Case LLP, a limited liability partnership incorporated under English law and all other affiliated partnerships, companies and entities.

This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.