WASHINGTON, DC (KFGO) – FEMA has denied the request from Governor Tim Walz for $16-million in federal disaster aid.
Minnesota was seeking help for the damage caused by rioters and looters in the aftermath of the George Floyd shooting. More than 1,500 buildings were burned at least partially and some estimates approach $500-million in total damages. The $16-million would have helped local governments pay for clearing the debris, repairing and rebuilding.
Walz has 30 days to appeal the decision.
