Brooke Rollins Appointed as Secretary of Agriculture

Donald Trump, the U.S. President-elect, has appointed Brooke Rollins as the new Secretary of Agriculture. Rollins, currently leading the America First Policy Institute, will focus on safeguarding U.S. farmers. Her role includes overseeing a vast agency responsible for farm programs and food safety with a $437.2 billion budget.

In a strategic move, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Brooke Rollins, the current president of the America First Policy Institute, as the Secretary of Agriculture. This appointment highlights Trump's emphasis on protecting American farmers, described as the backbone of the country.

If the appointment is confirmed, Rollins will take the helm of a substantial department that employs 100,000 people and operates in every U.S. county. The department's responsibilities cover a wide range, including farm and nutrition programs, food safety, agricultural research, trade policies, and rural development.

The agency, with its considerable 2024 budget of $437.2 billion, will be under Rollins' leadership, reflecting the Trump administration's commitment to advancing the agricultural sector and addressing key challenges faced by U.S. farmers.

(With inputs from agencies.)