The president announced a $12 billion aid package for farmers who have suffered under his own controversial policies.

The president announced a $12 billion aid package for farmers who have suffered under his own controversial policies.

"At the end of the day, the farmers, they just want to conduct business, not necessarily have to get these packages," one agricultural economist said.

Trump says funds will be made available from tariff revenues and promises trade policies will make US farmers 'strong’.