President-elect Donald Trump is considering offering Kelly Loeffler the role of Secretary of Agriculture, according to sources familiar with the matter. A meeting between Trump and Loeffler is scheduled to take place at his Mar-a-Lago Club later today. It is important to note that no official announcement has been made by Trump yet.
Loeffler, who previously served as a Senator for Georgia, has been actively involved in fundraising for Trump's 2024 campaign. She hosted a debate watch party over the summer, which raised several million dollars for the campaign and was attended by prominent figures such as Sen. Marco Rubio and Rep. Elise Stefanik, both of whom are expected to join Trump's cabinet.
In addition to her fundraising efforts, Loeffler is also co-chairing Trump's upcoming inauguration, as previously reported. The role of Secretary of Agriculture is expected to be significant, particularly in light of Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has expressed intentions to reform the agriculture industry.
Kennedy has criticized the influence of corporate interests on USDA dietary guidelines, which he believes have led to a diet dominated by ultra-processed foods. He has pledged to bring about change in this regard once he assumes his role within the department. Kennedy has stated, 'American agriculture will come roaring back, and so will American health,' indicating a focus on promoting natural, unprocessed foods and improving public health.
