Trump nominates Brooke Rollins as agriculture secretary, finalizes cabinet picks

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Brooke Rollins as his agriculture secretary, completing his cabinet selections. Rollins, a former White House aide and Trump associate, will succeed Tom Vilsack, who served under President Biden. Rollins has a background in agricultural development and law, and she currently leads the America First Policy Institute. Her nomination requires Senate confirmation, which is expected to be straightforward with a Republican majority. The USDA, which Rollins will oversee, manages policies related to farming, food safety, and nutrition programs. Trump's previous administration faced challenges with tariffs affecting farmers, a situation that may influence future agricultural policies.