Debbie Elliott

Debbie Elliott, an NPR reporter focused on Southern communities, and Kirk Sigler, who covers the West and rural resource issues, dive into the real impacts of Trump's policy changes. They explore how tariffs affect Tupelo manufacturers and create uncertainty for New Mexico's oilfields. Wheat farmers in Washington voice their frustrations over volatile trade, while concerns rise over DEI rollbacks in Alabama. Kirk highlights morale struggles among Forest Service workers due to cuts, revealing a nuanced portrait of everyday Americans navigating political shifts.