Easter egg fight: Conservative outlets accused President Biden of banning religious symbols from an egg decorating contest that is part of the annual Easter Egg roll, although the rules have not changed in 45 years, including the Trump era. (NBC News)
Barriers to ag trade: U.S. food and ag exports face an array of trade barriers around the world, including in China, Mexico, the European Union, India, and Turkey, said U.S. trade representative Katherine Tai in an annual report. (USTR)
REAP grants: Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced $120 million in Rural Energy for America Program grants and loans for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in 44 states. (USDA)
New China panel leader: House Speaker Mike Johnson appointed Michigan Rep. John Moolenaar to succeed Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher as chairman of the House select committee on China; Gallagher resigned effective April 19. (Johnson)
Senate opposes Paraguayan beef: On a 70-25 roll call, senators voted to overturn a USDA rule allowing import of beef from Paraguay and sent it to the House despite administration opposition. (Roll Call)