Source:  POLITICO'S MORNING AGRICULTURE, 3/12/19

Among the programs that would be gutted under the spending plan are initiatives aimed at helping rural America, the heart of Trump's political base, Liz writes this morning.

USDA's Rural Development branch is targeted for a 12 percent cut, and the bulk of rural housing and economic development programs would be scrapped altogether. That includes funding for home repairs or direct home ownership loans for low-income families; initiatives to help farm workers find housing; and programs to preserve affordable housing in rural areas and help low-income residents pay rent.

On the other hand: Some spending recommendations were well received, including on USDA's broadband pilot program and continued efforts to battle the opioid crisis.

"The administration's budget proposal is a mixed bag for rural America," the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association said in a statement.