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Trump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently
When major disasters strike, Americans are routinely waiting weeks — or even months — to receive presidential approval for aid. And if they live in a state that didn't support President Donald Trump, chances are greater that aid will be denied.
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What happenedTrump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently.
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Left / center-leftTrump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently
PBS NewsHour · Center-left · News report
CenterTrump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently
The Columbian (Vancouver WA) · Center · News report
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Trump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently
When major disasters strike, Americans are routinely waiting weeks — or even months — to receive presidential approval for aid. And if they live in a state that didn't support President Don...
Trump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently
When major disasters strike, Americans are routinely waiting weeks — or even months — to receive presidential approval for aid. And if they live in a state that didn't support President Don...
