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Maryland Governor Slams FEMA's Denial of Flood Aid as Political

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore criticizes FEMA's denial of flood aid to Western Maryland as politically motivated, sparking bipartisan outcry and calls for appeal.

This news matters because it highlights the critical role of federal disaster aid in supporting communities hit by natural disasters and raises concerns about the fairness and transparency of the aid distribution process. The denial of aid to Western Maryland, despite the evident need, underscores the potential for political bias in federal assistance decisions, affecting the recovery and resilience of affected communities. It serves as a call to action for ensuring equitable access to disaster relief funds.