Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — November 18
Nov 18, 2025
Brooke Rollins, the U.S. Agriculture Secretary, dives into the anticipated drop in grocery prices, promising relief within weeks. She discusses the administration's strategies to stabilize supply chains, including efforts to increase soybean purchases from China. Rollins also addresses the challenges of high beef prices linked to drought and processing issues while supporting investigations into market concentration among meatpackers. Excitingly, she forecasts a decrease in prices for everyday items like coffee and bananas.
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Strategic Incentives Drive U.S.-Saudi Embrace
- The crown prince appeals to Trump as an authoritarian builder and potential partner for Abraham Accords progress.
- Strategic incentives like Saudi recognition of Israel and big investments drive U.S. warmth.
Saudi Accords Support Hinges On Palestine
- Saudi willingness to join the Abraham Accords remains conditional on Israeli progress toward a two-state solution.
- Riyadh frames recognition as tied to political and religious responsibilities over Jerusalem.
Diversify Markets To Stabilize Farm Sales
- Monitor China's ongoing purchase schedules but expect market-style timing variability.
- Use diversified export markets to reduce reliance on any single buyer like China.