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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.
What does FEMA do? What to know after Trump considers 'getting rid' of agency
President Donald Trump on Friday floated the idea of abolishing the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Here's what to know.
Trump Suggests Abolishing FEMA In Latest Call To Overhaul Agency
Trump, in a visit to an area devastated by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina, said states should instead “take care of” disaster response.
Trump’s FEMA order creates task force to suggest changes to the agency
Notably, Trump’s executive order on FEMA does not seek to eliminate the agency; Congress would need to act to do that. The order instead underscores Trump’s interest in turning to outside advisers and private-sector companies to fill some typically governmental functions as he seeks to quickly accomplish his second-term goals.
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.
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What is FEMA? The Federal Emergency Management Agency explained
The agency was created in the late 1970s and is tasked with helping states and communities impacted by disasters nationwide.
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Mary Ellen Klas: Don’t eliminate FEMA. Reform it
Project Impact was discontinued by President George W. Bush, but the idea lives on in at least 28 states and the District of Columbia which have created a position, office, or task force to coordinate ...
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Shreveport ‘game changer’ $3.5M FEMA grant for water system upgrade
This grant addresses a critical weakness in our water infrastructure,” said William Daniel, Director of Water and Sewerage.
FEMA approves $6.2 million to replace Helene-damaged bridge in Greene County
The State of Tennessee and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have approved $6.2 million to replace Poplar Springs Bridge in Greene County. Poplar Springs ...
Head of disaster relief agency FEMA reassures staff after Trump criticism
The acting head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency wrote to staff reassuring them that the agency's continued ...
Tennessee and FEMA approve nearly $10M for bridge replacement in Unicoi County
The State of Tennessee and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have approved $9.77 million to replace Unicoi ...
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Trump's proposed FEMA revamp – how will it affect brokers and clients?
Besides waging his ongoing war against illegal immigration, President Donald Trump has also recently criticized the Federal ...
Trump is Right, Fix FEMA: Climate Advocates, States Share Ideas
President Trump is considering eliminating FEMA citing inefficiency. States and climate advocates say FEMA needs a fix but it also needs to stay.