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Trump official faces inquiry over claims he diverted wildfire resources to his own property

The Guardian UK · 28 August 2026 at 11:00

Trump official faces inquiry over claims he diverted wildfire resources to his own property

Exclusive: Michael Boren, a senior official overseeing the US Forest Service, is accused by Democratic senators of ‘inappropriate interference’ Donald Trump’s administration is facing calls to launch an investigation into allegations that Michael Boren, a senior official who oversees the US Forest Service, pressed agency staff to deploy additional resources to fight a fire burning near his Idaho ranch.

Three Democratic senators accused Boren of “inappropriate interference” in a letter seen by the Guardian, demanding answers from Brooke Rollins, US agricultural secretary.

Boren serves as undersecretary of agriculture for natural resources and environment.

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Trump official faces inquiry over claims he diverted wildfire resources to his own property

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