Trump Agriculture pick Brooke Rollins confirmed by Senate

President Donald Trump secured two more Cabinet confirmations on Thursday, with Brooke Rollins being confirmed as his pick to lead the Department of Agriculture (USDA). Rollins, who most recently served as president and CEO of the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) think tank, was easily confirmed by the Senate shortly after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was confirmed as Trump’s Health secretary.

In Trump’s first administration, Rollins held positions as the director of the Office of American Innovation and acting director of the Domestic Policy Council. Trump announced his selection of Rollins for USDA chief in November, praising her for doing “an incredible job” during his first term. He highlighted her commitment to supporting American farmers, defending American food self-sufficiency, and restoring agriculture-dependent American small towns.

Rollins had a hearing before the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee last month, before advancing past the key hurdle. The committee decision to move her nomination forward was unanimous, giving her bipartisan backing going into her confirmation vote. She is now the 16th Cabinet official confirmed to serve in Trump’s new administration.

With the help of the Republican-led Senate, Trump has managed to confirm his picks at a pace far ahead of either his first administration or former President Joe Biden’s. At the same point in his first term, Trump only had 11 confirmations and Biden had seven. Neither had 16 confirmed until March during their respective administrations.

It is worth noting that Rollins will spearhead the effort to protect American farmers, who are considered the backbone of the country. Her confirmation is a significant step towards ensuring the stability and growth of the agriculture sector in the United States.

In conclusion, Rollins’ confirmation as USDA chief is a testament to her qualifications and dedication to serving the American people. As she takes on this new role, she will play a crucial part in shaping policies that support farmers and promote food self-sufficiency in the nation. Trump’s successful Cabinet confirmations underscore his commitment to building a strong team to lead the country forward.