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Trump Authorizes 300,000 Tons More Beef Imports, Cuts Tariffs

By Drooid · Sep 19, 2026, 6:18 AM UTC · How we work

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U.S. President Donald Trump authorized an additional 300,000 tons of ground-beef imports, cutting tariffs, effective Sept. 1, 2026.
The policy aims to lower beef prices for U.S. consumers.
Ranchers in Stephenville, Texas say the tariff cut threatens their livelihoods.
Despite the discontent, many local ranchers remain staunch supporters of Trump as the midterm election approaches.

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U.S. President Donald Trump authorized an additional 300,000 tons of ground-beef imports, cutting tariffs, effective Sept. 1, 2026.
The policy aims to lower beef prices for U.S. consumers.
Ranchers in Stephenville, Texas say the tariff cut threatens their livelihoods.
Despite the discontent, many local ranchers remain staunch supporters of Trump as the midterm election approaches.