Trump Twitter rages at ‘BAD DEMOCRAT Disaster Bill” that he claims will hurt farmers
President Donald Trump on Thursday urged Capitol Hill Republicans to vote against a bill proving disaster assistance.
The commander-in-chief referred to the legislation as a “BAD DEMOCRAT” bill, writing in all capital letters.
Trump claimed the bill would harm states, farmers, and border security.
“We want to do much better than this. All sides keep working and send a good bill for immediate signing,” Trump demanded.
Reality
The major sticking point for Trump is the additional funding Democrats included to help Puerto Rico rebuild after Hurricane Maria severely damaged the island and killed 3,000 people. It amounts to more than $3 billion, including $600 million for nutrition assistance.
Trump has pushed back against giving more money to Puerto Rico, incorrectly stating that the federal government has already allocated $91 billion to help Puerto Rico. It’s actually promised about half of that amount and spent only $11 billion.