Trump administration cuts turned rural towns into sitting ducks for disasters

The Trump administration has delayed billions of dollars in federal funding for disaster-mitigation projects, leaving rural towns vulnerable to floods, wildfires, and hurricanes. Local leaders are increasingly expressing anxiety about the funding gaps, which affects infrastructure designed to protect communities from natural disasters. The delays leave communities without critical protective measures at a time when extreme weather threats persist. The administration has not specified a timeline for releasing the delayed funds or provided details on which projects are affected.