Sonny Perdue
Sonny Perdue is an American politician and businessman who served as the United States Secretary of Agriculture from April 2017 to January 2021 under President Donald Trump. He was the first Republican governor of Georgia in over a decade and played a significant role in agricultural policy and rural development during his tenure. Known for his efforts to promote American agriculture on both domestic and international fronts, Perdue has been involved in various initiatives to support farmers and enhance food security.
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Mr. Trump’s then-agriculture secretary Sonny Perdue warned him of backlash from farmers concerned about Canadian countermeasures.
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Canada· 2025-06-07
Sonny Perdue is nominated by President Trump to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to China.
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Hong Kong· 2025-04-29
During his first term, Trump’s Agriculture secretary Sonny Perdue relocated two USDA divisions to Kansas City.
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United States· 2025-04-03
Sonny Perdue was the Agriculture Secretary who had the honor of being the designated survivor the year after David Shulkin.
Doug Collins: Veterans Affairs Secretary is the designated survivor for Trump’s address to CongressUnited States· 2025-03-05
