Trump announces $8 billion in diesel relief for U.S. farmers

President Trump said his administration will provide $8 billion in aid to farmers hurt by record diesel prices.
"Tonight I'm also pleased to announce that the Department of Agriculture will be launching a new Harvest Fuel Relief program, providing our farmers with $8 billion in support to offset diesel costs during this harvest season," Mr. Trump said at a rally in Kansas Monday night.
"When Republicans win, we will pass even more funding for our farmers. We love our farmers," he added.
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