Trump held a massive rally in Florida on Thursday night and told the crowd that additional disaster relief funds were coming to the state.
FOX News reports:
Trump announces $448M in hurricane recovery funds at raucous Florida rally
President Trump announced Wednesday night his administration would allocate $448 million in federal aid to communities in Florida affected by last year’s Category 5 Hurricane Michael, all while blasting Democrats standing in the way of his policies, at a raucous “Make America Great Again” rally in Panama City Beach.
“In the wake of the terrible storm, this extraordinary community pulled together and showed the world your unbreakable spirit,” Trump told supporters. “Today, I’m doing the most allowed by law to support the people of Florida. Because of the severity of the storm — Category 5 — we will have the federal government pay for 90 percent of the cost in many circumstances.”
The White House has blamed “Democrat obstruction” for a stoppage in recovery work, with about 120 projects being deferred. The president’s opposition to more hurricane aid for Puerto Rico has sparked a standoff with congressional Democrats that has blocked some assistance to the island and elsewhere, including the Florida Panhandle.
“The money is coming immediately,” the president added. “No games, no gimmicks, no delays, we’re just doing it.”
Watch the video below:
You can watch the entire event below:
This will give you an idea of the size of the crowd:
Two camera shoot tonight at #TrumpRally in Panama City Beach! Like? pic.twitter.com/CQ3UWFM8yl
— RSBN 🇺🇸 (@RSBNetwork) May 9, 2019
It looks like Trump had a great time:
Beautiful evening in Panama City Beach, Florida. Thank you! #MAGAhttps://t.co/lNBM9sED2f
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 9, 2019
MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! pic.twitter.com/gOXXHnHHG5
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 9, 2019
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