Dems brace for fierce farm bill battle

The top House Republican says his proposal reflects the current politics within his party while Senate Democrats have put forward a proposal they argue can bring both sides together.

Senate Agriculture Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow says she’s pursuing a bipartisan farm bill because “farmers need the certainty” that the legislation provides. Photo by Jacquelyn Martin/AP

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