Tangle PREVIEW: The Friday Edition - 10 cabinet secretaries you haven't heard of.
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Oct 3, 2025 Discover the lesser-known Trump cabinet secretaries who are making waves behind the scenes. From agriculture tied to national security to energy policies that prioritize fossil fuels, these leaders tackle critical issues without the spotlight. Learn how veterans' care is being restructured and how manufacturing initiatives are reshaped. Each cabinet member's actions influence vital sectors, showcasing the complexities of governance beyond the usual headlines.
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Agriculture Framed As National Security
- Brooke Rollins links agriculture to national security, expanding USDA roles on foreign farmland and antitrust coordination with DOJ.
- She reorganized USDA, cut DEI programs, and rolled out tools to track foreign farmland ownership and influence.
USDA Reorg Raises Staffing And Oversight Fears
- Rollins moved USDA jobs out of Washington and cut programs on day one, sparking concerns about staffing and oversight amid large employee departures.
- Critics worry the reorganization and rapid cuts lacked congressional input and may worsen staffing shortages.
Farm Bailout Talk And Market Concerns
- Rollins warned of farmer distress and hinted at a presidential farm bailout, coordinating with Senate leaders to pursue relief legislation.
- She highlighted soybean market pressures from Argentina's exports to China and signaled forthcoming executive action.