Jamieson Greer

The Liberty Score is a rating system assessing how closely an individual’s views align with core Libertarian principles. Scores are based on a 0-100 scale, with 100 representing a fully Libertarian position and 0 representing complete opposition to Libertarian values. The grading criteria include:

Personal Freedom (25 points): Support for individual rights in personal choices, including medical freedom, privacy, and bodily autonomy.
Economic Freedom (25 points): Advocacy for a free-market economy, low taxation, and minimal government interference in business.
Limited Government (25 points): Commitment to reducing the size and scope of government, limiting regulatory power, and upholding states’ rights.
Non-Intervention (25 points): Opposition to unnecessary foreign entanglements, support for a non-interventionist foreign policy, and minimal military presence abroad.

Each category will be scored, then averaged to form the individual’s overall Liberty Score, providing a clear snapshot of their alignment with Libertarian ideals. Grades are provided by AI

US Trade Representative

Status: Confirmed by Campaign

Liberty Score: 40

Warhawk Status: Neutral

Liberty Score Assessment:

Personal Freedom (10/25): Greer’s support for protectionist trade policies, such as imposing tariffs, can lead to higher consumer prices and limited product choices, which may restrict individual economic freedoms.
Economic Freedom (10/25): Advocating for tariffs and trade barriers indicates a preference for government intervention in the market, which contrasts with Libertarian principles favoring free trade and minimal restrictions.
Limited Government (10/25): Greer’s role in implementing extensive tariff plans suggests support for an active government role in regulating trade, opposing the Libertarian ideal of limited government involvement.
Non-Intervention (10/25): While primarily focused on trade policy, aggressive tariff strategies can lead to trade wars and economic conflicts, which may conflict with non-interventionist principles.

Bio:

Jamieson Greer, a seasoned trade attorney and former Chief of Staff to U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer during President Trump’s first term, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as the U.S. Trade Representative. Greer was instrumental in key trade initiatives, including the renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) into the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and the implementation of tariffs on China. Prior to his nomination, he was a partner at King & Spalding, focusing on international trade law. Greer also served as a captain in the U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps, with deployments to Iraq.

Career Highlights:

Chief of Staff to the U.S. Trade Representative (2017–2020): Played a key role in executing U.S. trade policies and negotiating major trade agreements.
Partner at King & Spalding: Specialized in international trade law, advising clients on trade remedies and compliance.
Military Service: Served as an officer in the U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps, with active-duty experience in Iraq.
Policy Leadership: Contributed to high-stakes trade policy, including the administration’s strategy on tariffs and intellectual property enforcement.

About the U.S. Trade Representative Role:

The U.S. Trade Representative is responsible for developing and coordinating U.S. international trade policy, negotiating trade agreements, and representing the country in global trade organizations. This role involves ensuring fair trade practices, advancing American economic interests, and protecting U.S. industries from unfair foreign competition. Greer’s expertise in trade law and his experience in previous trade negotiations are expected to shape the administration’s approach to fostering equitable and advantageous trade relationships.