Brooke Rollins (American Attorney) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Attorney
Nationality	American
Date of Birth	10/04/1972
Age	54 years
Birthplace	Glen Rose, Texas, USA

Latest News about Brooke Rollins

25/02/2026

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and Deputy Secretary Stephen A. Vaden, joined by General Services Administration Administrator Edward C. Forst, announced plans regarding U.S. Department of Agriculture facilities. The announcement reflected the administration's commitment to modernizing and optimizing USDA infrastructure.

06/01/2026

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced a new slate of presidential appointments to key positions at the USDA. The appointees include Tate Bennett as Principal Deputy Chief of Staff, Hailey Ghee as Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, and Philip Cowee as State Executive Director for Farm Service Agency in Nevada. Rollins emphasized that under President Trump's leadership, the USDA is building a powerhouse team committed to uplifting rural America and putting farmers first.

30/12/2025

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins signed a Secretary's Memorandum establishing new priorities for USDA-funded research and development activities in 2026. The priorities focus on increasing farmer and rancher profitability, expanding market access, strengthening national security, and protecting U.S. agriculture. Rollins stated that these priorities provide a strategic roadmap to keep producers at the forefront of productivity under President Trump's Farmers First commitment.

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Bio/Wiki

Full Name	Brooke Leslie Rollins
Political Inclination	Republican Party
Current Position	33rd U.S. Secretary of Agriculture

Physical Stats & More

Height	5′ 6″
Eye Color	Lavender Grey
Hair Color	Light Brown

Educational Qualification(s)

Degrees	Bachelor of Science (cum laude) in Agricultural Development from Texas A&M University Juris Doctor (hons.) from the University of Texas School of Law
College/University	Texas A&M University (1994) The University of Texas School of Law

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Married
Husband	Mark Rollins
Residence	Fort Worth, Texas

Family

Spouse	Mark Rollins
Children	Jake Rollins Luke Rollins Anna Rollins Lily Rollins

Career

Summary	Brooke Rollins has had a distinguished career, starting as a significant corporate attorney at K&L Gates LLP in Dallas after completing her law degree. She also served as a clerk for U.S. Federal District Court Judge Barbara M. Lynn. Notably, she held various roles in the Texas government, including policy director and deputy general counsel for Governor Rick Perry. Her leadership tenure at the Texas Public Policy Foundation spanned 15 years, from 2003 to 2018. Rollins gained national prominence when she joined the Trump administration, playing pivotal roles in the Office of American Innovation and the Domestic Policy Council, where she advocated for criminal justice reform through the First Step Act. In 2021, she co-founded the America First Policy Institute with Larry Kudlow, serving as President and Chief Executive Officer until March 2025. On November 23, 2024, President-elect Donald Trump nominated her to serve as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. In February 2025, the U.S. Senate confirmed her as the 33rd Secretary of Agriculture in a 72-28 vote, with 19 Democrats joining all Senate Republicans. She was sworn in on February 13, 2025, becoming the second woman to lead the USDA after Ann Veneman.

Summary

Brooke Rollins has had a distinguished career, starting as a significant corporate attorney at K&L Gates LLP in Dallas after completing her law degree. She also served as a clerk for U.S. Federal District Court Judge Barbara M. Lynn. Notably, she held various roles in the Texas government, including policy director and deputy general counsel for Governor Rick Perry. Her leadership tenure at the Texas Public Policy Foundation spanned 15 years, from 2003 to 2018. Rollins gained national prominence when she joined the Trump administration, playing pivotal roles in the Office of American Innovation and the Domestic Policy Council, where she advocated for criminal justice reform through the First Step Act. In 2021, she co-founded the America First Policy Institute with Larry Kudlow, serving as President and Chief Executive Officer until March 2025. On November 23, 2024, President-elect Donald Trump nominated her to serve as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. In February 2025, the U.S. Senate confirmed her as the 33rd Secretary of Agriculture in a 72-28 vote, with 19 Democrats joining all Senate Republicans. She was sworn in on February 13, 2025, becoming the second woman to lead the USDA after Ann Veneman.

Social Media

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Facebook	https://www.facebook.com/brookelrollins
Twitter	https://twitter.com/SecRollins
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Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Brooke was raised by a single mother and spent her formative years on a family farm.
2. She was an active participant in 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA), even serving as a state officer.
3. During her school years, she was a cheerleader for the Glen Rose Tigers football team.
4. Brooke made history as the first woman elected student body president at Texas A&M University.
5. In 2007, she became the first female speaker at the Aggie Muster, an event honoring deceased alumni of Texas A&M.
6. Brooke was included in Texas Monthly’s list of 25 Most Powerful Texans in 2011.
7. She was appointed by Donald Trump to the Domestic Policy Council in 2020, following her earlier role as an assistant for technology and intergovernmental affairs.

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