Trump Appoints Country Singer John Rich to New Landowner Advocacy Role
Country music artist John Rich has officially taken on a new role in President Donald Trump’s administration after being sworn in as the Special Envoy for American Landowners. The appointment marks a new chapter for the longtime Trump supporter, who will now work directly on issues affecting private landowners, farmers, ranchers, and rural communities across the United States.
The White House announced Rich’s appointment by sharing a photo of him shaking hands with President Trump during the swearing-in ceremony. Shortly after the announcement, Rich shared the same image and posted a brief message saying, “Let’s get to work,” signaling the beginning of his new responsibilities.
The appointment also received support from Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, who congratulated Rich and praised his long-standing support for America’s farming and ranching communities. She described the appointment as well deserved and expressed confidence that the administration remains committed to protecting the interests of farmers, ranchers, and landowners across the country.
Support for Rich’s new position also came from people familiar with his previous efforts to defend private property rights. One supporter highlighted his work in Cheatham County, Tennessee, where Rich reportedly helped local landowners challenge actions by the Tennessee Valley Authority. According to the statement, his involvement helped prevent multiple transmission towers from being built on farmland, leading many local residents to view him as a strong advocate for property owners. The supporter added that Rich’s experience made him well suited to represent landowners nationwide.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rich’s role as Special Envoy for American Landowners will focus on working directly with farmers, ranchers, and private property owners across the country. His responsibilities include addressing concerns related to government overreach, activist pressure campaigns, and outside interests that could affect private property rights and the long-term future of rural communities.
Following his appointment, Rich released a statement expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve. He said President Trump had given him the honor of representing American landowners and that he looks forward to advocating for the rights of farmers, ranchers, rural families, and other property owners who contribute to the nation’s food supply and agricultural economy.
Rich also said that protecting private property rights will remain the central goal of his work. He stated that landowners should not face harassment, intimidation, or pressure from outside groups and emphasized his commitment to standing up for those concerns throughout his service in the administration.
The appointment officially moves Rich from being a public supporter of President Trump to serving in a formal government position focused on landowner advocacy. His new role places him at the center of efforts aimed at representing the interests of rural Americans and protecting private property rights under the Trump administration.
Sources
- The White House
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
