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Sonny Perdue

Sonny Perdue is an American politician and businessman who served as the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture from 2017 to 2021 under President Donald Trump. As Secretary, he oversaw policies related to farming, food safety, and nutrition. Before this role, he was the Governor of Georgia from 2003 to 2011, where he focused on economic development and education. Perdue has a background in agriculture, having grown up on a farm and earned a degree in agricultural economics. His work typically involves advocating for farmers and addressing issues like food supply and agricultural sustainability.