Democrats knock Bessent over soybean empathy: You haven’t earned title of 'farmer'

Democrats are criticizing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for claiming empathy with soybean farmers suffering from losses due to the trade war with China. They argue that as a hedge fund manager who profits from renting farmland, he lacks the credibility to identify with the struggles of actual farmers. This controversy highlights the disconnect between policymakers and those affected by their decisions, raising questions about the sincerity of Bessent's claims and the broader implications of the trade war on American agriculture.