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- U.S. President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers, with $1 billion for Pacific Northwest specialty crops.
- Lesley Tamura, a pear grower, said the one-time aid does not address broader issues.
- U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas criticized the USDA for lacking support for all farmers.
- Oregon Senator Ron Wyden said the bailout is unavoidable but too late for many farms.
