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Jamieson Greer

Jamieson Lee Greer is an American attorney, Air Force veteran, and Republican politician. He is the current United States Trade Representative in the second Trump administration since 2025. He previously served as chief of staff to the U.S. Trade Representative from 2017 to 2020 during Trump's first term. Before his government service, Greer was a partner specializing in international trade at the law firm King & Spalding. His background includes legal expertise and military service.


2 days ago : Greer Faces Criticism Over Trump's Trade Policies; Tariff Pause Sparks Debate

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer faced criticism after a Trump tariff pause. Representative Horsford strongly criticized Greer, calling the situation "amateur hour." Greer testified on President Trump's trade agenda. The event sparked heated debate.

1998: Graduation from Paradise High School

In 1998, Jamieson Greer graduated from Paradise High School in Paradise, California.

December 2007: Law Clerk for the European Court of Justice

In December 2007, Jamieson Greer worked as a law clerk for the European Court of Justice.

2008: Joined United States Air Force

In 2008, Jamieson Greer served as an officer in the United States Air Force Judge Advocate General's Corps.

2009: Mike Leavitt's service as Secretary of Health and Human Services

In 2009, Mike Leavitt served as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Jamieson Greer is the first Mormon Cabinet-level official since Mike Leavitt.

2012: Honorably discharged from United States Air Force

In 2012, Jamieson Greer was honorably discharged from service in the United States Air Force.

2017: Chief of Staff to trade representative

In 2017, Jamieson Greer served as the chief of staff to trade representative Robert Lighthizer.

2020: End of tenure as Chief of Staff

In 2020, Jamieson Greer finished his tenure as the chief of staff to trade representative Robert Lighthizer.

November 2024: Nomination as United States Trade Representative

In November 2024, President-elect Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate Jamieson Greer to become United States Trade Representative.