Amidst a great deal of cynicism and doubt, the U.S. Congress is on a path toward several accomplishments before departing late next week for the holidays.Amidst a great deal of cynicism and doubt, the U.S. Congress is on a path toward several accomplishments before departing late next week for the holidays. Compromises were reached on a pending Customs reauthorization bill that has a little something for both sides of the political aisle, although not enough for trade critics. Currency manipulation will have to be more hawkishly monitored and discussed, but action mandates such as countervailing duties were removed. Existing environmental obligations by trading partners will be more vigorously monitored. However, any new obligations for U.S...