# Small farmers accuse Trump of abandoning them

Small-scale farmers in the US claim that President Trump's policies, such as trade tariffs and deregulation, favor large agribusinesses while hurting their livelihoods. They say they feel betrayed after supporting him in past elections. This matters because it highlights growing discontent among a key rural voter base that could influence future political dynamics.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Business
- [The Guardian Biz](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/11/iowa-farming-trump-cuts-usda) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:00:51 GMT