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Trump's Trade Policies Drive Small Farmers to Bankruptcy

5/17/2025

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Trump's trade policies have hit small and new farmers hard, driving many to bankruptcy while large farms reap the benefits of bailouts. With cuts to USDA programs and tariffs disrupting vital trade relationships, rural communities face decline, leaving countless farmers vulnerable and without a safety net in these challenging times.

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Story summary

Trump's trade policies have hit small and new farmers hard, driving many to bankruptcy while large farms reap the benefits of bailouts. With cuts to USDA programs and tariffs disrupting vital trade relationships, rural communities face decline, leaving countless farmers vulnerable and without a safety net in these challenging times.