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President Trump is Fighting for our farmers, ranchers and rural America
ICYMI: President Trump is Fighting for our farmers, ranchers and rural America
(Washington, D.C., November 2, 2020) – Today in a FOX Business op-ed, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue highlighted the Trump Administration’s accomplishments over the past four years for America’s farmers and ranchers saying, “President Donald J. Trump is an unabashed advocate for America’s farmers and ranchers and his administration has delivered prosperity for rural America. Whether by cutting taxes for all Americans, fighting for better trade deals, expanding the use of ethanol, or connecting rural Americans to high-quality broadband Internet, the President has made sure that America is better off.”
While excerpts of the op-ed are below, you may click HERE to read the piece in its entirety.
“… As landowners, most farmers recognize the value of the president’s tax cuts, which virtually repealed the death tax, thereby keeping family farms in the family without penalty. One often overlooked yet crucial part of tax reform was its impact on pass-through entities. More than 98% of family farms are pass-through entities. These family farms constitute more than 90% of all United States agricultural production.
“… The president has also tackled overregulation that was strangling small businesses. At USDA, we took the president’s deregulation directive and completed 38 deregulatory items for every five regulatory items for a total regulatory annual savings of over $262 million. Perhaps most importantly, President Trump repealed the Waters of the United States rule – the days are gone when the federal government can claim a small farm pond on private land as navigable waters.
“… Additionally, the American agricultural economy depends on trade and the President has done so much to create free and fair trading relationships with our largest trading partners. Trade deals like the USMCA and the United States-Japan Trade Deal help America retain our competitive edge and increase the prosperity of Americans across the country.
“… President Donald J. Trump is an unapologetic advocate for America around the world. For the past three years, he has pushed back against China’s unfair trade practices to protect America’s economic and national security interests. China has not played by the rules for a long time, and President Trump has vowed to not let China’s cheating continue. The historic Phase One Agreement has led to a record pace of Chinese purchases, boosting agricultural commodity prices.
“… Since taking office, President Trump has done more to narrow that gap than any other president since the 1930s by funding mile after mile of high-speed fiber optic cable to connect rural Americans to the Internet. So far, USDA has funded hundreds of projects with more than $1.2 billion in grants and loans.
“…At the end of the day, farmers today are better off thanks to President Trump’s policy initiatives, trade policies and his strong support. According to the Economic Research Service, farm income is forecasted to be at its highest level since 2013, reversing course after bottoming out in 2016. This didn’t happen by accident.”
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Congress Subpoenas Key USDA Official Over Arbitrary Enforcement of Horse Protection Act-TRENDING
Rep. Comer Subpoenas Key USDA Official Over Arbitrary Enforcement of Horse Protection Act
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Editor’s Note: The following is a press release issued by the Committee on Oversight and Accountability and Chairman Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.)
WASHINGTON— House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today issued a subpoena to a key official at U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to further investigate the USDA’s arbitrary enforcement of the Horse Protection Act (HPA) and the final rule titled Horse Protection Amendments. Information obtained by the Oversight Committee, along with recent actions at Tennessee Walking Horse shows, reveals USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) may be exceeding its authority in inspections related to horse shows. Today’s subpoena compels Dr. Aaron Rhyner, the Assistant Director of APHIS, to appear for a deposition to assist in the Committee’s investigation and determine whether new legislation is needed to ensure fair and consistent enforcement by USDA.
“The Committee initially requested documents and information from USDA regarding these matters on August 9, 2024. Among the materials sought by the Committee were lists of the horse shows attended by USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) inspectors, communications between APHIS officials and inspectors or other stakeholders in the horse show industry, documents and communications relating to HPA enforcement, and documents and communications related to the lawsuit filed by horse trainers against USDA. A response to the Committee’s requests was required by August 23. USDA failed to respond by the deadline or even acknowledge receipt of the Committee’s letter until several weeks later,” wrote Chairman Comer.
The Committee received allegations that the Assistant Director of USDA’s APHIS sent an e-mail to horse show representatives detailing new competition inspection requirements just two hours prior to a competition, without warning or prior notification of forthcoming guidance. On August 9, 2024, Chairman Comer launched an investigation and called on the USDA Office of the Inspector General to review the Department’s enforcement of the HPA. On October 8, 2024, Chairman requested that APHIS Director Dr. Rhyner be made available for a transcribed interview. However, USDA continues to refuse to provide the requested information and has not made Dr. Rhyner available for the interview.
“This lack of cooperation by USDA raises additional questions about the transparency and accountability of USDA’s operations related to enforcement of the HPA and the enactment of the final rule,” continued Chairman Comer. “It has now been over four weeks since the Committee’s initial request for the transcribed interview, and USDA has failed to make you available for a transcribed interview or a briefing. As a result, attached is a subpoena for a deposition pursuant to Rule XI, clause 2(m)(1)(B) of the Rules of the House of Representatives and Rule 12(g) of the Committee’s Rules. You are obligated to appear before the Committee on December 9, 2024.”
The letter and subpoena to APHIS Dr. Aaron Rhyner can be found here.
Obituary – Benjie Wagoner
Obituary – Benjie Wagoner
Sunday, December 29, 2024
Benjie Joe Wagoner, 44, of Bethel Springs, Tennessee, passed away on December 25, 2024. Born on April 29, 1980, to Billy Joe Wagoner and Joyce Wagoner, Benjie was a devoted son, father, and friend whose life was defined by his love for horses, his family, and his unwavering faith.
A lifelong resident of Bethel Springs, Benjie was known for his skill and passion as a horse trainer, a craft he dedicated himself to wholeheartedly. He loved spending time in the stables, working with horses, and sharing his enthusiasm with others. When he wasn’t training, Benjie could often be found working on his motorcycle, another passion of his, or enjoying precious moments with his beloved family.
He is survived by his loving mother, Joyce Wagoner; his children, Kaila Deaton (Will), Mallory Gann (Tyler), Emily Hill (Rob), Haley Wagoner, Ashley Wagoner, and Caleb Wagoner; his sisters, Kim Kiestler (Mike) and Amy Martin; and his cherished grandchildren, nephews, and nieces, including Slayden Gann, Hunter Kiestler (Robin), Hayden Kiestler (Kendall), Jordan Martin, and Hannah Crabb (Dylan).
Benjie is preceded in death by his father, Billy Joe Wagoner, whose memory he held dear throughout his life.
Funeral services celebrating Benjie’s life will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, 6185 Rowsey School Road, Bethel Springs, TN. Visitation will take place prior to the service, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and continuing until the service begins.
Obituary – William Leon Elliott
Obituary – William Leon Elliott
Monday, December 23, 2024
William Leon Elliott, age 84, of Tuscumbia AL, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at his residence.
Leon was born April 27, 1940, in Spruce Pine, AL to Julian and Cleo Elliott. He worked his whole life at Muscle Shoals Mack Truck Center as a diesel mechanic. And in his younger years he found a love in Racking Horses and could often be found shoeing, training, or at the showgrounds with family and friends on the weekend. Later in life it grew to Tennessee Walking Horses, where his love continues through his family who are still active in the industry today.
Leon was preceded in death by Wife, Martha Fay Mitchell Elliott; Parents, Julian Franklin Elliott and Betty Cleo Hester Elliott; Brother, James Elliott; Sisters, Gladys Underwood, Frances MisKelley, Becky Troxtel, Haddie Mae Hagan, Betty Greenhill, and Patsy Sue Elliott.
Leon is survived by his children, Frankie Elliott (Ninka)-Muscle Shoals, AL, Betsy Thompson (Tommy)-Ranburne, AL, James Harold Elliott (Stephanie)-Tuscumbia, AL. Grandchildren: Cindy Elliott-Tuscumbia, AL, John Elliott (Alicia)-Waterloo, AL, Chris Elliott (Kailey)-Tuscumbia, AL, Todd Thompson(Chrissy)-Ranburne, AL, and Brit Thompson-Ranburne, AL; Greatgrandchild, Bellamy Ruth Elliott-Tuscumbia, AL; Wife, Kathey Rickard Elliott-Tuscumbia, AL; Stepdaughter Christie Timmons-Russellville, AL; Step-Grandchildren, Layla Hood-Russellville, AL, Dustin Farmer-Prattville, AL, Coty Farmer(Shaina)-Russellville, AL. Sister-Jean Glass-Decatur, AL; and several nieces and nephews.
A visitation was held from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, Sunday, December 22, 2024 at Spry Memorial Chapel. Funeral will be 2:00pm Monday, December 23, 2024, at Spry Memorial Chapel. Burial will be at Spruce Pine Cemetery. Bro. Jonathan Prince and Bro. Keith Prince will be officiating.
The Pallbearers will be John Elliott, Chris Elliott, Mack McCaffery, Bart McCaffery, Dow Rikard, Tim Trousdale, Gerald Wright, and Bradley Parker.