The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 110, introduced by a group of senators and co-sponsored by several representatives, calls for an immediate resolution to the ongoing trade war with China. The resolution highlights concerns over a recent $20 billion bailout of Argentina by the Trump Administration, which is seen as prioritizing foreign interests over domestic ones, particularly at a time when the U.S. government is facing a shutdown. The bailout is expected to undermine Wisconsin farmers, especially soybean producers, by allowing Argentina to waive tariffs on agricultural exports, thereby giving them a competitive edge in the global market.
The resolution emphasizes the detrimental impact of the trade war on Wisconsin's soybean farmers, who produced $1.3 billion worth of soybeans in 2024. It points out that while President Trump has publicly stated his commitment to supporting American farmers, the current policies have resulted in significant economic burdens for Wisconsin's agricultural sector. The legislature is urging for a swift resolution to the trade conflict with China to ensure the viability of the farming industry in Wisconsin and to protect the livelihoods of its farmers.