Trump approves $11M disaster declaration for Mississippi for May tornado recovery

President Trump has approved $11 million in federal disaster aid to help Mississippi recover from tornadoes and severe weather that devastated several counties in early May. The funding will support recovery efforts in Franklin, Lamar, Lawrence, Lincoln, and Wilkinson counties. This move is significant as it provides crucial financial support to communities dealing with extensive damage from the storms, helping them rebuild and recover more swiftly. The approval comes as part of broader federal efforts to assist areas hit hard by natural disasters.