Trump's Terms Polling suggests drop in support for President Trump's immigration policies
Jul 14, 2025
Public opinion is shifting against strict immigration policies, reflecting challenges for the current administration. The effectiveness of the Department of Government Efficiency becomes crucial as it navigates political changes, impacting farmers and ranchers. Access to sensitive USDA data raises concerns about privacy and oversight. Farmers are feeling the pinch from recent policy changes, tariffs, and natural disasters, with experts highlighting the uncertainty in agricultural financing. These topics paint a complex picture of the interplay between politics and agriculture.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
USDA System Access Concerns
- Jordan Wick has high-level access to USDA's Farm Service Agency system managing tens of billions in farm loans and subsidies.
- This access allows viewing sensitive data and changing entries, raising concerns about monitoring and abuse.
Farmers Should Monitor Loans
- Farmers should track their loan terms closely and keep physical records to spot any unauthorized changes.
- Print files and verify payments regularly to catch issues early due to lack of system safeguards.
Farmers Face Loan Uncertainty
- Farmers face growing uncertainty due to inexperienced officials' control over loans amidst tariffs and disasters.
- Loan management instability worsens the already difficult farming environment.