Summary
Federal funding cuts under Trump, including a $500 million program for food banks to buy local produce, are hitting rural communities like Rainelle, West Virginia, especially hard.
Dairy producer Trey Yates lost a key contract with Mountaineer Food Bank, threatening his business. Similar stories emerged from other small farmers relying on USDA grants now eliminated.
West Virginia, where Trump won 70% of the vote, relies on federal funds for over half its state budget.
Critics warn cuts will deepen poverty, strain schools, and devastate local agriculture-dependent economies.
“Hey, rural conservative voters. Here’s what his track record is, and here’s what he’s *actually * admitted he’ll do. The policies will harm you and your families. Voting Republican would be like shooting yourself in the foot.”