In Arkansas, rising costs spurred farmer Hallie Shoffner’s long-shot Senate campaign. Will farmers back her?

Meg Duff is a freelance journalist in New York focused on climate, energy and the environment.
In Arkansas, rising costs spurred farmer Hallie Shoffner’s long-shot Senate campaign. Will farmers back her?

Just as American cattle went to market, Trump’s action added unease to an industry already facing uncertainty.

‘Make America Healthy Again’ activists see legislative wins, White House disappointments and questions for the midterms.
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Outcomes depend on how quickly oil tankers can return to the Strait of Hormuz, experts said.
