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VIDEO Trump Admin. Gives $62M Earmarked For Farmers To Corrupt Brazilian Brothers | The Last Word | MSNBC
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Trump Admin. Gives $62M Earmarked For Farmers To Corrupt Brazilian Brothers | The Last Word | MSNBC In a recent segment from MSNBC's "The Last Word," the discussion centers around the controversial allocation of $62 million intended for American farmers, which has instead benefited two corrupt Brazilian brothers. The report highlights a glaring issue within the Trump administration's trade policies and their impacts on the agricultural sector.
Key Points Discussed:
- Trade War Consequences: American farmers have been severely impacted by President Trump's trade war, with many experiencing financial hardships due to reduced exports to key markets like China. In response, Trump promised a significant relief package totaling $15 billion for struggling farmers.
- Misallocation of Funds: The segment emphasizes that a substantial portion of this relief has been misappropriated to a foreign entity, specifically JBS S.A., a meatpacking company owned by brothers Joesley and Wesley Batista. The Batistas have a history of legal trouble, including bribery charges that have led to imprisonment in Brazil.
- Legislative Response: Connecticut Congressman Rosa DeLauro is highlighted as actively working to introduce legislation aimed at preventing foreign companies from benefiting from U.S. taxpayer dollars earmarked for American farmers. DeLauro criticizes the administration for a lack of understanding of trade policy and calls for a shift towards supporting U.S. businesses.
- Outrageous Consequences: The discussion points to the irony that while struggling American farmers seek support, foreign companies like JBS S.A. are profiting, underscoring the flaws within the current trade aid framework.
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