'Dire consequences'. Sen. Blumenthal says Trump closing only regional office of FEMA in New England
Blumenthal says this will further endanger cities and towns like Bridgeport, potentially denying them crucial funding, such as $47.5 million for flooding relief.
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Apr 16, 2025, 11:13 AM
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8h agoSen. Richard Blumenthal (D) warns of "dire consequences" after learning the Trump administration is closing the only regional office of FEMA in New England.
Blumenthal says this will further endanger cities and towns like Bridgeport, potentially denying them crucial funding, such as $47.5 million for flooding relief.
He claims natural disasters have been striking Connecticut with increasing frequency, and closing the office will have "a devastating impact on the state."
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