All In with Chris Hayes Trump fails to sell foreign bailout as “America First”
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Oct 15, 2025 Governor Tim Walz, the Minnesota governor, discusses the dire state of American farmers facing a farm crisis and a collapse in soybean exports. He highlights how Trump's trade policies and tariffs have left them with unsellable crops and soaring bankruptcies. Walz emphasizes that market access and stable trade relationships are critical for farmers’ survival, arguing against the reliance on bailouts. His insights shed light on the struggles of Midwest agriculture amid shifting global trade dynamics.
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Bailout While Government Shutdown
- The Trump administration prioritized a $20 billion bailout for Argentina while a government shutdown furloughed Americans.
- Chris Hayes argues this contradicts an 'America First' claim and signals political favoritism toward Mille.
Exploit The 'America First' Contradiction
- Opponents should highlight the contradiction between claiming 'America First' while funding foreign allies.
- Use that contrast to pressure policymakers and sway public opinion against such bailouts.
Bailout Undercuts U.S. Farmers
- Trump's Argentina rescue risks harming U.S. farmers by enabling Argentina to undercut U.S. soybean exports.
- The administration's tariff and trade actions have already collapsed soybean sales to China, worsening farmers' markets.
