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Trump’s FEMA relief push leaves out several blue states
politics1 month ago

Trump’s FEMA relief push leaves out several blue states

Trump’s administration plans to release over $5 billion in long-delayed FEMA disaster relief, part of a backlog exceeding $14 billion, but California, Illinois, Minnesota, and Colorado will not receive funding this round, fueling accusations of political maneuvering amid a DHS funding deadline. FEMA says decisions are based on project readiness and oversight, with other funds still tangled in the backlog and replenishment from Congress needed for further relief.

via CNN|
#backlog#blue-states#disaster-relief
Reality check: U.S. electricity costs are rising across the political spectrum
politics2 months ago

Reality check: U.S. electricity costs are rising across the political spectrum

New data show electricity prices are rising nationwide, not just in blue states; four states logged price drops, while others saw increases driven by aging infrastructure, wildfire-mitigation costs in California, natural gas volatility, and growing demand from data centers. Experts say the trend is multi-factor and not limited to blue-state policies, even as renewables and coal decisions influence costs.

via CNN|
#blue-states#electricity-prices#energy-policy
politics2 months ago

OMB launches data review of federal funding in 14 blue states and DC

The White House Office of Management and Budget ordered a data-gathering review of federal funding for 14 Democratic-led states plus Washington, D.C., to map funding scope and potential fraud risk, with responses due by Jan. 28. States listed: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Washington, D.C.; the memo says this is a data-collection exercise and does not withhold funds.

via Politico|
#blue-states#blue-states-is-already-included#democratic-states
GOP Criticizes Trump’s Policies Impacting Blue States and Climate Funding
politics6 months ago

GOP Criticizes Trump’s Policies Impacting Blue States and Climate Funding

Senator Thom Tillis criticized the Trump administration's targeted funding cuts to blue states during the government shutdown, warning it could deepen the impasse and harm future bipartisan negotiations. The administration's actions, including canceling billions in infrastructure and green energy funds, have caused concern among some Republicans, while others, like House Speaker Mike Johnson, defended the approach. President Trump has also posted controversial videos, including one depicting the OMB director as the Grim Reaper, amid ongoing political tensions.

via The Daily Beast|
#blue-states#funding-cuts#gop
High Crime Rates Persist in Red State Cities, Trump Calls for Action
crime-and-safety7 months ago

High Crime Rates Persist in Red State Cities, Trump Calls for Action

Despite claims by Donald Trump that Chicago is the world's most dangerous city, crime data shows that violent crime rates in major US cities are declining, especially in Democratic-led states, with cities in red states like Jackson, Mississippi, experiencing higher murder rates. Trump focuses on blue cities like Chicago and Baltimore, which have seen significant drops in violence, while crime remains higher in some Republican-led cities. Overall, US homicide rates are at historic lows, and the pattern of violence reduction is widespread across the country.

via The Guardian|
#blue-states#chicago#crime-and-safety
Democratic Governors Form Coalition to Counter Trump Policies
politics1 year ago

Democratic Governors Form Coalition to Counter Trump Policies

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis have launched the Governors Safeguarding Democracy initiative to counter efforts perceived as threats to state institutions and democracy, particularly in light of Donald Trump's reelection campaign. The non-partisan organization aims to protect the rule of law by leveraging collective experience and knowledge, and is reaching out to Republican governors to join. The initiative is privately funded and operates separately from the National Governors Association, focusing on proactive education and support for democratic institutions.

via POLITICO|
#blue-states#donald-trump#governors-safeguarding-democracy
Population Shift: Red States Gain, Blue States Lose
demographics2 years ago

Population Shift: Red States Gain, Blue States Lose

Red states in the U.S. are experiencing population growth in 2023, as Americans are leaving blue states, according to new census data. Texas had the largest numeric population growth, followed by Florida. Other states in the top 10 for population growth include North Carolina, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Arizona, Virginia, Colorado, and Utah. California saw the highest population decrease, while Puerto Rico continued to experience a decline in population.

via Fox News|
#blue-states#census-data#demographics