Record US farm trade deficit fuels legal fight over Trump’s tariff powers
America’s farm exports once anchored our global trade position—now they’re showing a growing weakness. The U.S. is on track to post its largest agricultural trade deficit ever, a $49.5 billion gap that reflects more than shifting numbers. It’s a warning light in a broader debate over trade policy, presidential power, and global competitiveness. As a federal court reviews Trump-era tariffs, the USDA’s data paints a clear picture: imports are outpacing exports, and without a stronger export strategy, rural economies may feel the squeeze. Lauren Cross, with Investigate Midwest has the full story.
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