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Trump Administration Denies Flood Aid, Wisconsin Governor Appeals

10/28/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration denied federal disaster assistance for infrastructure repairs after severe flooding in August, affecting six Wisconsin counties including Milwaukee and Waukesha, with estimates of more than $26 million in public losses.
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced plans to appeal the denial to FEMA.
Local leaders warn that without federal aid, communities will face tough financial decisions.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration denied federal disaster assistance for infrastructure repairs after severe flooding in August, affecting six Wisconsin counties including Milwaukee and Waukesha, with estimates of more than $26 million in public losses.
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced plans to appeal the denial to FEMA.
Local leaders warn that without federal aid, communities will face tough financial decisions.