Durbin Meets With Illinois Farm Bureau In Washington

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, today met with members of the Illinois Farm Bureau to discuss the state of federal agriculture policy and Illinois’ agricultural priorities.  During the meeting, Durbin heard from Farm Bureau members about the economic uncertainty they are facing with crop prices and production costs, and the financial harms caused by the Trump Administration’s tariffs.  Other topics raised included foreign trade, solutions for migrant workforce shortages, and the importance of permanent E15 markets.
“Today, I spoke with members of the Illinois Farm Bureau and heard their concerns about the Trump Administration’s trade policies,”said Durbin.“I will continue to be an ally to Illinois farmers and advocate for policies that support our agricultural sector.”
Photos of the meeting are availablehere.
Members from the following towns attended today’s meeting:
Earlier this month, Durbin joined 13 of his Democratic colleagues in sending aletterto President Trump warning against imposing tariffs as they threaten American farmers, ranchers, businesses, and consumers.
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