Rollins USDA Secretary Confirmation Hearing: Key Themes

This document summarizes the Senate Agriculture Committee confirmation hearing for Agriculture Secretary nominee Brooke Rollins. The hearing focused on Rollins' background, qualifications, and vision for the USDA under President Trump, emphasizing her rural upbringing and extensive policy experience. Key themes included her commitment to supporting farmers, ranchers, and rural communities, addressing disaster assistance and animal disease, and fostering economic prosperity in agriculture. Senators raised questions about the Farm Bill, biofuels, trade, conservation, nutrition programs, and various regulatory issues, seeking Rollins' stances and commitments.