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They run away from Puerto Rico after earthquakes 3:31
(CNN) - The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will release US $ 8.2 billion in disaster relief to Puerto Rico that had been suspended, according to a senior HUD official.
The Trump administration had withheld the money because he said he wanted to make sure the money was spent correctly.
The aid, approved by Congress to help the island recover from the damage caused by hurricanes Irma and María, comes when Puerto Rico is recovering from the effects of a series of earthquakes.
Lawmakers and officials in Puerto Rico have been appalled by the delay, but the White House is defending how it has dealt with the situation.
“This administration has been working to support recovery efforts in Puerto Rico and will continue to do so. It is predicted that more than $ 90 billion will be spent on recovery aid from Puerto Rico, which is unprecedented. Under President Trump, Puerto Rico has received more recovery funds than at any other time in the history of the United States. While we continue to ensure that Puerto Rico has what they need, we must also ensure that there are adequate guidelines to ensure that the people of Puerto Rico benefit directly, not politicians with their history of corruption, ”said the press secretary of the Office of Administration and Budget, Chase Jennings, in a statement.
Politician first reported that help will be lifted.