Emily Underwood, a White House staffer, has left her position after sending an email that targeted Colorado. The email requested that federal departments review their grants and support for the state. The move came amid President Trump’s campaign to free Tina Peters, a Colorado inmate. The email was reported by CPR News.
Underwood’s departure follows scrutiny over the content of the email and its potential impact on federal funding for Colorado. The incident highlights the intersection of federal policy and state interests. The White House has not issued a statement regarding the resignation.
Sources: CPR News (public radio)