In a dramatic shift, President Trump alters his stance on FEMA just days into his second term. As Texas faces deadly flooding, the administration now emphasizes an overhaul rather than elimination of the agency.
A week after catastrophic floods hit Texas Hill Country, over 160 people remain missing. President Trump is set to visit the area as search and recovery efforts continue amidst rising concerns over the lack of flood warning systems.
Despite earlier claims of potentially abolishing FEMA, the Trump administration is now focusing on rebranding the agency to empower state leaders in disaster response, especially after the recent Texas floods.
FEMA's response to the devastating Texas floods has sparked outrage due to reported delays in funding and recovery efforts. With 120 lives lost, criticism mounts against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's handling of the situation.
As President Trump visits flood-ravaged Texas, questions mount about the federal and local response to the disaster that claimed over 121 lives. Can his visit quell the scrutiny over the government's actions?
As Texas grapples with catastrophic floods, FEMA's response is hampered by new regulations requiring approval for critical resources, raising concerns about the agency's ability to act swiftly during disasters.
The Trump administration's FEMA Review Council explores drastic changes to FEMA's role in disaster response amid ongoing flooding in Texas and New Mexico. Could state governments take the lead?
Years after recognizing the flood risks, Kerr County faces funding challenges in establishing a flood warning system. With FEMA's support dwindling, the community’s safety hangs in the balance.
A firefighter in Kerr County warned of impending floods, but delayed emergency alerts led to chaos. Residents were left unnotified for hours as floodwaters rose, raising questions about local emergency management.
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem pushed for a complete overhaul of FEMA during a critical time as the agency aids Texas flood victims. Her controversial remarks raise questions about the future of disaster relief in America.
