Trump’s bailout draws criticism as Argentinian soya bean farmers take market share from US producers.
Critics of President Donald Trump have zeroed in on a hefty financial aid package for Argentina that comes as Argentinian soya bean farmers have taken market share from United States producers.
“The frustration is overwhelming,” American Soybean Association president Caleb Ragland said on September 24.
Senator Chuck Grassley from Iowa summed up the concerns in an X post: “Why would USA help bail out Argentina while they take American soybean producers’ biggest market???”
Why would USA help bail out Argentina while they take American soybean producers’ biggest market??? We shld use leverage at every turn to help hurting farm economy Family farmers shld be top of mind in negotiations by representatives of USA — Chuck Grassley (@ChuckGrassley) September 25, 2025
On October 19, a reporter asked Trump why he decided to aid Argentina despite concerns among US soya producers.
“Argentina is fighting for its life,” Trump answered. “Young lady, you don’t know anything about it. … They have no money.
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