Trump pitches 300,000-ton beef import boost to cut prices before midterms

President Trump said on Truth Social that the U.S. will import up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef at about 25% below current market prices for 90 days to lower prices ahead of the midterm elections, with the White House saying talks are with foreign beef exporters and an executive order could follow; the move comes as beef prices have risen about 25% since he took office due to tariffs and supply-chain issues, drawing concern from ranchers over domestic beef production.