Rep. Chip Roy: Only American Citizens Should Own Farmland in the U.S.

In a bold stance on national security and economic sovereignty, Rep. Chip Roy has declared that only American citizens should be allowed to own farmland in the United States. His statement aligns with growing concerns over foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land, particularly by China and other foreign entities.

Roy’s remarks come amid ongoing debates in Congress about restricting foreign investments in American farmland, which many lawmakers believe could pose risks to food security and national security. Several states have already passed laws limiting foreign land purchases, and federal lawmakers are now pushing for a nationwide policy to protect critical resources.

Advocates of Roy’s position argue that foreign land ownership drives up prices, limits opportunities for American farmers, and could expose the U.S. to economic vulnerabilities. However, opponents warn that such restrictions could hurt foreign investment and diplomatic relations.

With bipartisan support for stricter regulations growing, Rep. Roy’s call for American-only farmland ownership is expected to gain momentum in legislative discussions.