American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall sent a letter Monday to Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer urging swift confirmation of Brooke Rollins as the next Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) after the Senate Agriculture Committee unanimously advanced her nomination.
“I respectfully urge you to prioritize her confirmation and work with your colleagues to ensure that the USDA has the leadership necessary to support the millions of Americans who depend on its programs and policies,” Duvall wrote.
The letter notes that a steady hand is needed at the helm of USDA at a time when farmers face many challenges and indicates Rollins is well-suited for the job, saying, “Her experience, leadership, and deep commitment to American agriculture make her an outstanding candidate to lead the department at this critical time.”
Citing her previous White House experience and other roles, the letter states that “Ms. Rollins has a long history of advocating for policies that promote economic growth, rural development, and the well-being of American farmers… As Secretary of Agriculture, she will be well-positioned to support farmers, ranchers, and rural communities while ensuring the USDA remains a strong advocate for American food security and agricultural innovation.”
Read the full letter here.
