Economic Discontent Among Farmers Tests Republican Support

Some farmers and ranchers who have backed Trump are souring on Republicans amid the Iran war, tariffs and other administration policies.

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Economic Discontent Among Farmers Tests Republican Support

Economic discontent in farm country is putting pressure on the Republican coalition, with some farmers and ranchers becoming disenchanted with the party, according to The New York Times.

Farmers and ranchers have supported President Trump for a decade. But the war in Iran, tariffs and other administration policies have soured some on the GOP.

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