Today, at her confirmation hearing before the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Brooke Rollins — President Donald J. Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Agriculture — showed the American people why she’s the perfect person for the job.
Here’s what they’re saying:
Chair John Boozman (R-MT): “As I met and talked with Brooke Rollins, it is clear the needs of American farmers, ranchers, and rural communities will be her focus.”
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX): “I have no doubt that @BrookeLRollins will be a ferocious advocate for farmers and ranchers across Texas and across the country. She’s going to be an extraordinary Secretary of Agriculture.”
Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX): “Honored to introduce my friend & fellow Texan, @BrookeLRollins, at her nomination hearing for Secretary of @USDA. Brooke was raised on a farm & understands the difficulties TX farmers & producers face. I have no doubt she is exactly the woman for the job, & I’m proud to support her.”
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL): “.@BrookeLRollins will make an EXCELLENT Ag Secretary.”
Gov. Kim Reynolds (R-IA): “I am confident @BrookeLRollins will lead the @USDA with the knowledge, leadership, and experience needed to deliver for our farmers and rural communities. I look forward to her confirmation!”
Gov. Jim Pillen (R-NE): “When I met with @BrookeLRollins, I was happy to hear shared priorities for our nation’s agricultural industry. She is a product of rural America, an experienced leader and the right choice to put our farmers and ranchers first. I urge a swift confirmation following her hearing before the Senate Ag Committee.”
Former Gov. Rick Perry (R-TX): “@BrookeLRollins has never changed from that small-town Texas girl who wanted to make life better for the folks back home: the farmers and ranchers of this great Nation. That is why she will make an excellent secretary of agriculture…”
Former Speaker Newt Gingrich: “I’m confident that @BrookeLRollins will be one of the most effective and intelligent Secretaries of Agriculture we have ever had. She will work to make sure American farmers are able to work and succeed no matter their size. She will make sure the USDA runs efficiently and keeps America’s food supplies abundant, affordable, and safe.”
Renewable Fuels Association: “It was great to hear @BrookeLRollins say she will ‘defend, elevate & honor’ all sources of fuel, including #ethanol. She said biofuels are an ‘important piece’ of President Trump’s energy agenda. We look forward to working with @USDA under her leadership!”
USDA Undersecretary-designate Luke Lindberg: “Brooke Rollins is a force of nature. Her passion for agriculture and for rural America is as contagious as it is deep. She is dedicated, loyal, and strong, and she’s the right pick to serve as President Donald J. Trump’s next Secretary of Agriculture.”
Former U.S. Attorney Brett Tolman: “@BrookeLRollins is crushing it. She will be an amazing Secretary of Agriculture”
Former Acting DHS Sec. Chad Wolf: “Honored to serve alongside @BrookeLRollins for the last several years @A1Policy. Brooke is the very definition of an America First leader, and I look forward to her leadership at the Department of Agriculture.”
America First Works: “🚜 Day one priorities: ✅ Deliver disaster relief FAST ✅ Tackle animal disease outbreaks ✅ Modernize USDA for the future ✅ Empower rural communities to thrive @BrookeLRollins will deliver President Trump’s agenda for American greatness in the AG community. 🇺🇸🌾”
House Committee on Agriculture Majority: “Qualified and ready, @BrookeLRollins will make a great Secretary of Agriculture.”
Texas Public Policy Foundation CEO Greg Sindelar: “Excited to be in attendance for @BrookeLRollins confirmation hearing. She’ll do a wonderful job leading @USDA and being a voice for our farmers, ranchers, and rural communities across the country!”
Ashley Hayek: “Brooke Rollins had a full house of supporters at her committee hearing this morning! Friends, family, colleagues, and even her high school agriculture teacher came out to cheer her on—filling five rows with her biggest fans.”
Fred Fleitz: “@BrookeLRollins is acing her hearing to be the next Secretary of Agriculture! @A1Policy”
Vivek Ramaswamy: “Our friend @BrookeLRollins will be a strong Secretary of Agriculture. She’ll fight for American farmers & go to war against bureaucracy. She’s doing well at her hearing today. The Senate should confirm President Trump’s nominees quickly so he can deliver on his historic mandate.”
Activist Riley Gaines: “@BrookeLRollins is one of the best leaders I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Confirm Brooke Rollins!”
Pastor Jentezen Franklin: “Honored to pray with @BrookeLRollins and her family before her hearing to become Secretary Of Agriculture. She’s a wonderful leader and she will do an outstanding job for America’s farmers and ranchers.”
Agri-Pulse: “.@TAMU and @KState alums will appreciate @BrookeLRollins and @RogerMarshallMD greeting before her confirmation hearing @SenateAgGOP @SenateAgDems”
America First Policy Institute: “AFPI’s President & CEO, @BrookeLRollins, a true champion for America’s farmers and ranchers, is nominated as Secretary of Agriculture! 🌾 From Texas roots to shaping national policy, her leadership will drive agriculture forward. With her vision and dedication, America’s heartland is in great hands. Let’s get to work!”
Erika Donalds: “Join me in praying for my friend @BrookeLRollins confirmation hearing this morning. American Agriculture needs her leadership!”