Indiana seeking federal storm assistance at time when Trump wants to scale it back

While state officials continue compiling details about recent storm damage across Indiana, Gov. Mike Braun said he was confident that the state can help pay recovery costs regardless of whether additional federal assistance is approved.

By: Tom Davies

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: August 20, 2026

Words: 696

Last Updated: 2 months ago


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While state officials continue compiling details about recent storm damage across Indiana, Gov. Mike Braun said he is confident that the state can help pay recovery costs regardless of whether additional federal assistance is approved.

Flooding in central Indiana counties and severe wind damage in the state’s northwestern corner has caused many millions of dollars in damage at a time when President Donald Trump has said he wants states to assume more responsibility …