Politics looms over Colorado’s latest plea for help on fires after Trump shot down earlier disaster aid requests
- Posted on September 1, 2026
- By The Denver Post
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In brief
Colorado faces mounting challenges as state officials seek federal disaster assistance following devastating wildfires and subsequent flooding. Representative Jeff Hurd describes the situation as catastrophic, highlighting how communities endure compounded crises from both natural disasters. The request comes amid political tensions, with earlier aid denials raising concerns about resource availability during this critical period of recovery and reconstruction.
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Politics looms over Colorado’s latest plea for help on fires after Trump shot down earlier disaster aid requests
“This is a terrible disaster,” U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd said. “Families have been impacted by not only the wildfire, but the flooding. The scope and nature of this disaster is almost unprecedented.”
