THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent

Shocker: Trump Initially Denied Disaster Aid to Blue State, GOPer Says

Oct 4, 2024
Olivia Troye, a former senior Homeland Security official under Donald Trump, shares her insights on the politicization of disaster relief during his presidency. She reveals how Trump initially withheld aid for California after devastating wildfires due to its Democratic leanings. The discussion highlights the chaos within the administration, particularly how political affiliations influenced federal responses to crises. Troye also warns about the implications of a second Trump term and the potential appointments of loyalists in key positions, raising serious concerns for national security.
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