Summary
A group of Republican lawmakers is opposing President Donald Trump's decision to increase low-tariff beef imports from Argentina, arguing it may harm U.S. ranchers. They are pressing the administration to ensure equal market access for U.S. beef before expanding imports. The move is intended to help reduce high U.S. beef prices.
Key Facts
- President Trump plans to expand beef imports from Argentina, raising the quota to 80,000 metric tons.
- Republicans warn this decision could harm U.S. ranchers dealing with high costs and limited supplies.
- Fourteen House Republicans have written to urge for equivalent market access for U.S. beef.
- The White House believes this will help ease high U.S. beef prices.
- Critics fear it will flood the market with foreign meat, not significantly lowering consumer prices.
- U.S. beef prices have risen due to reduced cattle herds and drought-related feed shortages.
- The administration assures it supports both consumers and producers with new USDA initiatives.
