The Senate has confirmed Brooke Rollins as Secretary of Agriculture with a 72-28 vote. Rollins, a close Trump ally, will manage a comprehensive agricultural agenda amid challenges like labor shortages due to immigration policies and trade tariffs affecting exports. Previously, she led the America First Policy Institute and served in domestic policy roles under Trump. Rollins promises to support American farmers and rural communities, although concerns arise over her alignment with Trump’s broader immigration and trade strategies. The USDA plays a crucial role in overseeing food safety, nutrition, and rural development across the nation.