Trump's Choice for Ag Chief: Kelly Loeffler

Kelly Loeffler, briefly a Georgia senator, is likely to be offered the role of Agriculture Secretary by President-elect Donald Trump. She’ll meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago estate this Friday. Loeffler has been a strong supporter of Trump’s, raising millions for his campaign. She’s also co-chairing his inauguration. The role is significant, as Trump’s pick for Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , aims to influence the agriculture industry.Loeffler was appointed to the Senate by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp but lost her seat in a 2021 runoff. She was an avid Trump supporter in Congress, intending to object to certifying Georgia's electoral results. However, after the Capitol attack, she reversed her stance. Loeffler has been involved in Trump’s 2020 election case in Georgia, testifying before a grand jury.