Trump asks Lighthizer to run U.S. trade policy again - report

Former trade chief Lighthizer to meet with Trump on Thursday: Bloomberg

Trump asks Lighthizer to run U.S. trade policy again: report

Former U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer is set to meet with former President Donald Trump on Thursday to discuss a potential return to his old role, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Lighthizer, who served as Trump's top trade negotiator from 2017 to 2021, is said to be open to returning to the position if Trump decides to run for president again in 2024.

The report comes as Trump has been increasingly critical of the Biden administration's trade policies, which he has said have led to higher prices and job losses.

Lighthizer is a veteran trade lawyer who has held senior positions in both the Republican and Democratic administrations.

He is known for his tough stance on trade, and he has been a vocal critic of China's trade practices.

If Lighthizer does return to the Trump administration, he is likely to face a number of challenges, including the ongoing trade war with China and the need to renegotiate trade deals with other countries.

However, he is also likely to have a significant impact on U.S. trade policy, given his experience and close relationship with Trump.

The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment.