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Casten and 36 House Democrats press Trump to end tariffs they say are hurting soybean farmers

Rep. Sean Casten and 36 House Democrats urged President Donald Trump to end tariffs they say are damaging soybean farmers and export demand. The Oct. 16 letter says China has halted U.S. soybean purchases since May and that the trade fight is squeezing farm revenue.

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Casten and 36 House Democrats press Trump to end tariffs they say are hurting soybean farmers

Rep. Sean Casten and 36 House Democrats urged President Donald Trump to end tariffs they say are damaging soybean farmers and export demand. The Oct. 16 letter says China has halted U.S. soybean purchases since May and that the trade fight is squeezing farm revenue.

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