Communities are waiting on billions in disaster funding from the Trump administration

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by Lauren Sommer
April 10, 2026
1 min read

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Disaster funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency has slowed under the Trump administration.

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Delays in federal disaster funding can impede recovery efforts and increase hardship for communities affected by natural disasters.

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States report that disaster funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has significantly slowed. This slowdown is occurring under the Trump administration, impacting projects designed to protect communities. The delay specifically affects initiatives to safeguard against wildfires and hurricanes. This situation leaves communities waiting on billions in promised federal aid.

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