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President Donald Trump announces plan to lower beef prices, but some Republicans are already balking

  • President Trump announced a temporary plan to allow up to 300,000 metric tons of lean beef trimmings into the U.S. for 90 days without extra tariffs, with the imports to be sold about 25% below current market prices to help lower grocery bills.
  • The move is pitched as a short-term fix to bring down high beef costs before the midterms, and an executive order is expected within two weeks.
  • The proposal drew quick backlash from GOP rural lawmakers and ranching groups, who warn it could hurt American ranchers and slow herd rebuilding.
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