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East Palestine Today
By the People, for the People
Trump Pledges $10M in Aid for East Palestine After 2023 Train Disaster
The former president accuses Biden administration of 'betrayal' toward Ohio community.
Published on Feb. 20, 2026
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Former President Donald Trump announced that the federal government will provide $10 million in aid to East Palestine, Ohio, to support ongoing recovery efforts from a 2023 train derailment that triggered an environmental disaster and lingering health concerns in the community. Trump has repeatedly criticized the Biden administration's response to the incident.
Why it matters
The 2023 East Palestine train derailment was a major environmental disaster that has had lasting impacts on the local community. Trump's announcement of federal aid comes after he has repeatedly accused the Biden administration of mishandling the response and 'betraying' the people of East Palestine.
The details
The $10 million in aid will come from the Economic Development Administration and is intended to help East Palestine 'grow, flourish, and be able to take advantage of our now BOOMING Economy.' Trump launched a research initiative last year to study the health impacts of the derailment, which leaked toxic chemicals and forced over 2,000 residents to evacuate. Hundreds of residents have filed lawsuits against Norfolk Southern, the railroad company responsible for the incident.
- The train derailment occurred on February 3, 2023.
- Trump announced the $10 million in aid on February 20, 2026.
The players
Donald Trump
The former president of the United States who announced the $10 million in federal aid for East Palestine.
Joe Biden
The former president whom Trump has accused of 'betrayal' and 'indifference' toward the East Palestine community in the aftermath of the 2023 train derailment.
Norfolk Southern
The railroad company responsible for the 2023 train derailment in East Palestine that triggered an environmental disaster and health concerns.
What they’re saying
“To the Great People of East Palestine, Ohio, who were disgracefully betrayed and forgotten about by Crooked Joe Biden — 'TRUMP' has never forgotten about you, and never will!”
— Donald Trump, Former President (Truth Social)
“Biden should have gone there a long time ago — for him to go now is an insult to those who live and work in East Palestine, and the Great State of Ohio, itself. I can't believe anyone wants him there?”
— Donald Trump, Former President (Truth Social)
What’s next
The $10 million in federal aid announced by Trump is intended to help East Palestine recover and rebuild in the aftermath of the 2023 train derailment. The long-term health impacts of the incident are still being studied through a research initiative launched by the Trump administration.
The takeaway
The East Palestine train disaster has become a politically charged issue, with Trump criticizing the Biden administration's response and now pledging his own aid to the community. This highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the town as it works to recover from the environmental and health impacts of the 2023 incident.
