Trump To US Farmers: Drop Dead While I Help Argentina

The article criticizes former President Donald Trump for neglecting U.S. farmers who supported his 2020 election bid, highlighting that instead of providing them relief from the damaging effects of his trade wars, tariffs, and inflation, his administration arranged a $20 billion bailout package for Argentina. This aid, announced by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent shortly before a government shutdown, included currency swaps and other financial assistance, benefiting Argentine economic interests rather than American agricultural producers. The article suggests that this bailout disproportionately favors hedge fund manager Rob Citrone, who has significant investments in Argentine debt and companies and reportedly has close ties to Bessent. The piece further underscores the irony that while U.S. farmers face hardships, including loss of undocumented labor and lack of federal clean energy support, Argentina is gaining a competitive edge in global agricultural markets, especially with increased soybean exports to China. The article also references criticism from Democratic members of Congress who argue that Argentina’s newfound competitiveness harms American farmers and calls on readers to express their