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Murkowski Slams Trump's Grant Cuts at Alaska Convention

10/21/2025

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U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) spoke at the Alaska Federation of Natives convention, criticizing grants canceled by President Donald Trump.
She cited a $20 million Kipnuk grant for erosion control and climate change adaptation.
She said such grants prevent disasters, despite claims they would not have helped in time for ex-Typhoon Halong.
Attendees worried about the loss of federal support for public broadcasting, crucial for rural Alaska emergency communications and cultural representation.

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U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) spoke at the Alaska Federation of Natives convention, criticizing grants canceled by President Donald Trump.
She cited a $20 million Kipnuk grant for erosion control and climate change adaptation.
She said such grants prevent disasters, despite claims they would not have helped in time for ex-Typhoon Halong.
Attendees worried about the loss of federal support for public broadcasting, crucial for rural Alaska emergency communications and cultural representation.