Rising from the ashes: Oklahoma families start over despite struggles with obtaining FEMA grants
President Trump declared the wildfire a major disaster and ordered a federal grant review policy that contributed to funding delays.
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President Trump declared the wildfire a major disaster and ordered a federal grant review policy that contributed to funding delays.
Oklahoma residents and emergency agencies face unprecedented delays in federal disaster mitigation funding following the 2025 wildfires. While recovery efforts continue, a federal review and recent government shutdowns have stalled millions in grants intended for future disaster prevention.
U.S. Senator from New Jersey
Former Secretary of Homeland Security
U.S. Senator from Oklahoma
Secretary of Homeland Security
U.S. Senator from Michigan
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