Trump Attacks ‘Politically Motivated Ingrates’ Criticizing Puerto Rico Response
- Governor reflects on Puerto Rico’s systemic inequalities
- San Juan mayor says FEMA relief efforts still falling short
Trump Says Puerto Rico 'Literally Starting From Scratch'
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President Donald Trump on Sunday lashed out at “ingrates” criticizing the federal government’s hurricane-recovery efforts in Puerto Rico, while his homeland-security adviser issued an internal memo about how the administration should shape its messaging.
Tom Bossert said in the document that he hopes to “turn the corner on our public communications” after Maria, which devastated Puerto Rico as a Category 4 hurricane on Sept. 20.