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Trump signs Executive Order to support farmers impacted by 'unfair market disruptions'

US President Donald Trump once more condemned the impact of the 'Death Tax' on family farms, while stating his appreciation for farmers, and why farming communities could receive a share of a $12bn relief programme

Chris Brayford
clock • 10 min read
US President Donald Trump said: "We love farmers, and the farmers like me. They are great people. The backbone of our country. Farmers are an indispensable national asset and part of the backbone of America. I have always felt it so strongly. They are so important."
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US President Donald Trump said: "We love farmers, and the farmers like me. They are great people. The backbone of our country. Farmers are an indispensable national asset and part of the backbone of America. I have always felt it so strongly. They are so important."

US President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order which he said will 'stop price fixing, anti-competitive behavior, and foreign influence' which drives up grocery prices and threatens the security...

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