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SLFerguson @slferguson.bsky.social

A *huge*, historical ice storm. Started Friday night; by Sunday, we were learning the extent. Whitmer asked for federal assistance three days after it started. Crickets. Spoke to Trump about FEMA funds two days later. No response. Went to DC this week. T does not like "that woman from Michigan."

apr 12, 2025, 3:57 am β€’ 24 3

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Lori πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦πŸ’œπŸ’™ @coalsmom.bsky.social

Seriously?? Trump didn't approve disaster assistance?? He approved it for Beshear in Kentucky *before* the floods hit.

apr 12, 2025, 12:31 pm β€’ 1 0 β€’ view
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SLFerguson @slferguson.bsky.social

On April 4, she said they "need to fully assess damage first." (Remember, Biden said "we are ready to help" with CA wildfires early on, helped ongoing.) radio.wcmu.org/local-region...

apr 12, 2025, 1:51 pm β€’ 5 0 β€’ view
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SLFerguson @slferguson.bsky.social

Following that, midweek, her office released a statement saying there was a conversation. This week, state representatives started making statements in support of seeking emergency relief. Whitmer went to Washington. 1,000s still without power, some still trapped by ice & downed trees/pwr lines.

apr 12, 2025, 1:55 pm β€’ 4 0 β€’ view
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Renee πŸ’™πŸ¦‹πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ @reneechris.bsky.social

Just got a no for Washington State. Gov. Ferguson said they have 30 days to appeal.

apr 15, 2025, 7:21 am β€’ 1 1 β€’ view