Brooke Rollins

The Liberty Score is a rating system assessing how closely an individual’s views align with core Libertarian principles. Scores are based on a 0-100 scale, with 100 representing a fully Libertarian position and 0 representing complete opposition to Libertarian values. The grading criteria include:

Personal Freedom (25 points): Support for individual rights in personal choices, including medical freedom, privacy, and bodily autonomy.
Economic Freedom (25 points): Advocacy for a free-market economy, low taxation, and minimal government interference in business.
Limited Government (25 points): Commitment to reducing the size and scope of government, limiting regulatory power, and upholding states’ rights.
Non-Intervention (25 points): Opposition to unnecessary foreign entanglements, support for a non-interventionist foreign policy, and minimal military presence abroad.

Each category will be scored, then averaged to form the individual’s overall Liberty Score, providing a clear snapshot of their alignment with Libertarian ideals. Grades are provided by AI

Secretary of Agriculture

Status: Confirmed by Campaign

Liberty Score: 65

Warhawk Status: Non-Interventionist

Liberty Score Assessment:

Personal Freedom (15/25): Brooke Rollins has advocated for individual liberties, particularly in promoting criminal justice reform and reducing government overreach. Her work with the Texas Public Policy Foundation emphasized personal responsibility and freedom.
Economic Freedom (20/25): Rollins supports free-market principles, advocating for deregulation and policies that promote economic growth. Her leadership at the America First Policy Institute focused on reducing government intervention in the economy.
Limited Government (15/25): While promoting economic freedom, Rollins has supported certain government initiatives aimed at revitalizing rural communities, indicating a balanced approach to the role of government.
Non-Intervention (15/25): Rollins’ focus has primarily been on domestic policy, with limited public information on her views regarding foreign intervention. However, her emphasis on American self-sufficiency suggests a preference for non-interventionist principles.

Bio:

Brooke Rollins, a seasoned policy advisor and attorney, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as Secretary of Agriculture. Rollins is the President and CEO of the America First Policy Institute and previously served as the acting director of the United States Domestic Policy Council under President Trump. She also led the White House Office of American Innovation and was the President and CEO of the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Rollins holds a Bachelor of Science in agricultural development from Texas A&M University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law. Her extensive experience in policy development and her background in agriculture position her to lead the Department of Agriculture effectively.

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Career Highlights:

President and CEO of the America First Policy Institute: Leading a think tank focused on advancing policies that prioritize American interests.
Acting Director of the United States Domestic Policy Council: Oversaw domestic policy initiatives during President Trump’s administration.
President and CEO of the Texas Public Policy Foundation: Expanded the organization’s influence in state and national policy discussions.
Advisor to Texas Governor Rick Perry: Served as deputy general counsel, ethics advisor, and policy director.

About the Secretary of Agriculture Role:

The Secretary of Agriculture oversees the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), which is responsible for developing and executing federal policies on farming, agriculture, forestry, and food. The department aims to meet the needs of farmers and ranchers, promote agricultural trade and production, ensure food safety, protect natural resources, and foster rural communities. Rollins’ background in agricultural development and policy leadership aligns with the USDA’s mission to support and enhance the American agricultural sector.