The House of Representatives voted on Friday to provide billions in aid to the U.S. territory following deadly earthquakes, despite Republican opposition.
By Josh Israel - February 07, 2020
The Trump administration is withholding $8 billion in disaster aid until Puerto Rico agrees to certain conditions, including paying workers less.
By Dan Desai Martin - January 15, 2020
Trump officials are withholding tens of billions in disaster aid, which could have helped North Carolina residents more safely weather Hurricane Dorian.
By Dan Desai Martin - September 06, 2019
Once again, Trump demanded credit that he absolutely does not deserve.
By Emily Singer - June 06, 2019
The House passed a $19 billion disaster relief bill on Monday, overcoming objections from a cadre of obstructionist Republicans.
By Emily Singer - June 03, 2019
House Republicans blocked a non-controversial $19 billion disaster relief aid bill yet again.
By Emily Singer - May 30, 2019
A Republican congressman blocked a $19 billion disaster relief bill that could have helped people in his home state of Kentucky.
By Emily Singer - May 28, 2019
Texas Rep. Chip Roy’s votes show someone unwilling to help hurting families.
By Oliver Willis - May 24, 2019
Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) thwarted the passage of a disaster relief package that would have helped people in his home state recover from Hurricane Harvey.
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