Trump wants states to handle disasters without FEMA. They say they can't.
State and local emergency managers are facing a serious question in the wake of President Donald Trump's first few weeks in office: When disaster strikes, will they be able to count on the federal government?
Trump FEMA chief faces investigation over his appointment
Acting Administrator Cameron Hamilton has not been an emergency manager, prompting an inquiry by the Government Accountability Office.
FEMA Is a Disaster. Trump Is Right To Demand Changes.
The president's comments brought immediate pushback. Kentucky Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear called the elimination of FEMA a "very bad idea." Sen. Bill Cassidy (R–La.) stopped short of condemning Trump's comments, saying some federal disaster agency is needed, even if that agency isn't FEMA.
Republicans from disaster-prone areas back Trump’s push to overhaul FEMA
Republican lawmakers, including those from disaster-prone areas, are backing President Trump’s calls to overhaul the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).  “We need a FEMA that looks like
Trump has threatened to sweep away FEMA. Here's what that could mean.
The president said he's considering letting Washington directly reimburse states for disaster-relief efforts, but states might not be equipped for rapid response.
Trump’s FEMA chief assailed the agency with untruths
Acting Administrator Cameron Hamilton amplified false charges that FEMA spent disaster aid on migrants and blocked help to North Carolina.
Trump Moves to Abolish FEMA, Shift Disaster Response to States
President Trump, who calls FEMA “not good,” has issued an executive order and established a commission to look at ending the agency. He favors having states respond to their own disasters, but they may not have adequate resources.
Trump Is Right to Disband FEMA and Return Disaster Funding to the States
During visits to disaster-affected areas in North Carolina and California, President Trump criticized the Federal Emergency Management Agency's performance and suggested dismantling the agency. "FEMA has turned out to be a disaster,
'Our call volume is increasing': FEMA grant helps Martin County Fire Rescue respond to growth
'Our call volume is increasing': FEMA grant helps Martin County Fire Rescue respond to growth The Trump administration ...
Brad Sherman: Mr. President, please don’t abolish FEMA
Your job is to ensure that the agencies that make up the executive branch are managed effectively, rather than give up and abolish them.
Helene recovery: How many vehicles remain in waterways, relief programs, FEMA extension, more
County briefings go live every Wednesday at 11 a.m. The Feb. 5 briefing covered debris removal updates, relief programs and ...
Los Angeles grocers partner with FEMA for wildfire resource assistance
Three Los Angeles-area grocery stores will host mini resource stations this weekend, to provide critical resources for ...
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‘Positive for Florida’: Ron DeSantis hails DOGE, FEMA reforms
Gov. Ron DeSantis is endorsing the Donald Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which Elon Musk ...
FEMA completes over 165 temporary homes for Lahaina fire survivors
After 13 months of work, FEMA completed the construction of 167 temporary homes for Lahaina fire survivors on a hillside ...
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FEMA to host open houses on flood risk and insurance for Seneca County
FEMA has announced two open house events for Seneca County residents to discuss newly revised flood maps and flood insurance requirements. The events are scheduled for Monday, February 10, 2025, from ...
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FEMA program provides storm shelter reimbursement
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is funding a program that will reimburse folks for installing a safe room or ...
FEMA approves $6+ million to replace Washington County bridge
The Trump administration evicted former Coast Guard Commandant Linda Fagan from her home with three hours of notice on ...