FEMA Hamstrung by Internal Chaos Leaves Disaster Readiness in Jeopardy
TL;DR
CNN reveals Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski throttled FEMA for a year, stalling more than $15 billion in disaster funds, triggering staff departures and leaving the agency under-prepared for hurricane season. With new DHS leadership and ongoing investigations, the White House is trying to repair the damage, but officials warn it could take years to rebuild FEMA’s capacity and trust.
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- Ice Barbie Fiasco Forces Trump Into Humiliating Reversal The Daily Beast
- FEMA begins limited hiring campaign after wave of departures Federal News Network
- Top FEMA official Bob Fenton says "we're ready for hurricane season" CBS News
- Editorial: As hurricane season starts, it’s time to hope for the best but prepare for the worst NOLA.com
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