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Trump Names Country Singer as Envoy for Landowners

Updated 2026-07-10 21:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

President Donald Trump appointed country singer John Rich as special envoy for American landowners. His role will focus on advocating against large-scale wind and solar development, a move that could impact rural communities.

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Donald Trump Names Country Singer John Rich As Special Envoy For American Landowners; Focus Will Be On Fighting Large Wind And Solar Development

Donald Trump has appointed country star John Rich as special envoy for American landowners, the latest celebrity the president has tapped for such a role. Per the Department of Agriculture, a “key focus of Rich’s work will be advocating for landowners facing pressure related to large-scale sol

2026-07-10 20:59 UTC