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WASHINGTON —
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Brooke Rollins, President and CEO of the America First Policy Institute, to serve as the next Secretary of Agriculture.
In a statement, Trump praised Rollins, stating, "As our next Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke will lead the charge in protecting American farmers, who are the backbone of our country."
Pending Senate confirmation, Rollins would oversee the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a massive agency with 100,000 employees and offices in every U.S. county. The USDA’s responsibilities include managing farm and nutrition programs, forestry, rural development, food safety, agricultural research, trade, and more. The agency’s budget for 2024 is $437.2 billion.
Rollins’ role could significantly impact both urban and rural Americans, as the USDA is involved in setting dietary guidelines, negotiating trade agreements, inspecting meat, fighting wildfires, supporting rural broadband, and other key functions that affect public health and economic stability.
Trump emphasized Rollins' dedication to American farmers, stating, "Brooke’s commitment to supporting the American farmer, ensuring food self-sufficiency, and revitalizing agriculture-dependent small towns is unmatched."
The America First Policy Institute, a conservative think tank, has worked closely with Trump's campaign and administration to shape policy. Rollins previously chaired the Domestic Policy Council during Trump’s first term.
If confirmed, Rollins would be tasked with advising the administration on issues like the potential expansion of clean fuel tax credits for biofuels, particularly in the context of the growing sustainable aviation fuel sector. She would also play a pivotal role in next year’s renegotiation of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement, especially amid ongoing tensions regarding Mexico’s restrictions on genetically modified corn and Canada’s dairy import quotas.
Trump has also indicated plans to reintroduce large-scale tariffs, which could impact the agriculture sector.
It was reported on Friday that Trump had also considered former U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler for the agriculture secretary position. Loeffler, a loyal ally, co-chaired Trump’s inaugural committee.
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