Senator Chuck Grassley issued a statement on April 4 after it was announced China's second wave of tariffs will target U.S. commodities, including soybeans.

Grassley said in his statement that the Administration knew if it imposed tariffs on Chinese goods, that China would retaliate and create tariffs on U.S. agriculture. He also said he warned President Donald Trump of the possible tariffs in February.

"The United States should take action to defend its interests when any foreign nation isn’t playing by the rules or refuses to police itself. But farmers and ranchers shouldn’t be expected to bear the brunt of retaliation for the entire country," Grassley said.

Grassley added that the decision wasn't fair and didn't make economic sens