President Donald Trump’s plan to import beef from Argentina to help lower U.S. grocery prices has drawn fierce criticism from American cattle ranchers and lawmakers across the political spectrum. The proposal coincides with a $20 billion financial bailout to Argentina, which critics argue undermines Trump’s “America First” message.
Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump said importing limited amounts of Argentine beef would “bring our beef prices down,” citing high costs from droughts and screwworm outbreaks that have reduced U.S. cattle supply. “It would help Argentina, which we consider a very good ally,” he said.
Meriwether Farms of Wyoming, a pro-Trump ranching operation, called the plan an “absolute betrayal,” accusing Washington of “squeezing our own ranchers” while favoring foreign producers. Justin Tupper of the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association warned that “quick fixes” like imports destabilize markets and harm independent ranchers.
The $20 billion bailout for Argentina’s economy — which could rise to $40 billion — has also sparked political backlash. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) criticized the move, saying taxpayer dollars should address America’s “skyrocketing cost of living.”
Trump maintains the plan will ease inflation while strengthening ties with Argentine President Javier Milei’s pro-market government.
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