Brooke Rollins
Secretary of Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
Who Does This Official Serve?
Lobbyist / MediaLed a Trump-aligned political think tank. No agricultural background or experience with farming, food safety, or rural development.
Appointed
January 20, 2025
1 year, 2 months in office
Confirmation Vote
63-31
Conflict Risk
Medium
(10 pts)2 conflicts identified
Estimated Net Worth
$1-5 million
🎭Revolving Door Analysis
Led a Trump-aligned political think tank. No agricultural background or experience with farming, food safety, or rural development.
⚠️ Conflicts of Interest (2)
📋 Qualifications(1)
No agricultural experience or background
🏢 Corporate(1)
Close ties to agricultural corporations through think tank work
Career Path
🎭 Lobbying DoorPresident and CEO
America First Policy Institute
Led a Trump-aligned political think tank. No agricultural background or experience with farming, food safety, or rural development.
Acting Director
Office of Management and Budget
Director
Domestic Policy Council
President and CEO
Texas Public Policy Foundation
Secretary of Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
Policy Positions
Farm Subsidies
Support for traditional farm programs
Food Assistance
Work requirements, cut spending
Agriculture Regulation
Deregulation
Trade
America First, protect farmers from imports
💰 Agency Budget — FY2026
Source: USASpending.gov
Top Contract Awards (FY2023–2026)
About Department of Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture supports farmers, ensures food safety, manages national forests, and administers nutrition assistance programs.