Funding cuts and fighter jets: How Trump’s first 100 days hit Michigan

KALAMAZOO, MI — An $18.9 million federal grant would do a world of economic good in the struggling core city neighborhoods around downtown Kalamazoo.

The money — a fraction what it takes to build just one of the $97 million apiece F-15EX fighter jets coming to Macomb County — would improve housing, upgrade community centers and train residents in construction, electrical and home repair skills.

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