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Trump Faces Ranchers' Outcry Over Rising Beef Prices

12/18/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces Texas ranchers' frustration over beef pricing and imports, who say tariffs helped initially but now feel alienated as South American exports lower prices.
Ground beef prices rose 13% and sirloin steak 24%, signaling higher costs for ranchers.
Trump’s recent actions aim to balance consumer affordability with rancher support ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces Texas ranchers' frustration over beef pricing and imports, who say tariffs helped initially but now feel alienated as South American exports lower prices.
Ground beef prices rose 13% and sirloin steak 24%, signaling higher costs for ranchers.
Trump’s recent actions aim to balance consumer affordability with rancher support ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.