Trump’s tariff pause angers some US ranchers, boosts Brazilian beef imports

In late August, Donald Trump suspended certain beef tariffs for 90 days to lower consumer prices, making imports—especially from Brazil—cheaper. The decision immediately drove down cattle auction prices and temporarily cut ranchers’ profits, drawing opposition from several industry groups. Kansas rancher Chad Basinger said some ranchers may turn away from Republicans in the midterm elections, but he does not expect the issue to shift many votes overall. The effect on grocery prices remains uncertain, and ranchers will also weigh the administration’s $8 billion in farm relief announced in Kansas.