US EditionWes Moore says Trump denied Maryland disaster assistance after floods
WESTERN MARYLAND, JUL 25 – Maryland plans to appeal after FEMA denied $15.8 million aid request for severe flooding damage in Allegany and Garrett counties, citing unmet federal disaster criteria.
- The White House rejected Maryland's $15.8 million FEMA disaster relief request on July 24, 2025.
- On May 12–14, 2025, extreme rainfall caused Georges Creek to reach a near-record 12.41 feet, overflowing into towns in Western Maryland.
- Through a coordinated assessment, officials found damage to roads, bridges, sewer and water systems, and over 200 homes, with evacuations in Garrett and Allegany counties.
- In response, Gov. Wes Moore said, `These communities demonstrated a clear need through FEMA’s own process` and he vowed to appeal the decision.
- The state has 30 days to file an appeal, continuing efforts to secure federal support for recovery efforts.
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Donald Trump’s administration has denied Maryland’s request for FEMA aid to deal with the fallout of devastating floods in May, continuing the administration’s disturbing trend of denying disaster aid to states led by Democrats.
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White House rejects disaster relief Gov. Moore requested for Maryland floods
The Trump White House on Wednesday rejected a disaster relief request from Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD) following devastating flooding in Western Maryland. Moore requested $15.8 million in disaster relief funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for repairs due to…
White House rejects disaster relief Wes Moore requested for Maryland floods
The Trump White House on Wednesday rejected a disaster relief request from Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD) following devastating flooding in western Maryland. Moore requested $15.8 million in disaster relief funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for repairs due to…
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