FEMA Administrator on misinformation about federal response to Helene: ‘This kind of rhetoric is not helpful’
Administrator Deanne Criswell said misinformation regarding Hurricane Helene and the federal government’s response is “not ...
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FEMA boss defends agency incompetence, says criticism is ‘dangerous’
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell suggested criticism of her agency's dismal hurricane response is "dangerous" and hurts ...
FEMA has faced criticism and praise during Helene. Here's what it does - and doesn't do
There are a lot of misperceptions about FEMA's role in disaster recovery, what it does - and does not - pay for and what ...
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No, FEMA and other emergency responders are not ‘confiscating’ Hurricane Helene emergency supplies, donations
Officials warn that spreading baseless rumors can cause confusion, hinder emergency response and put emergency management staff at risk.
Speaker Johnson addresses claims FEMA diverted funds to immigration efforts: ‘American people are disgusted'
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson joined "Fox News Sunday," where he addresses claims that FEMA diverted disaster relief ...
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No, FEMA, other emergency responders are not 'confiscating' emergency supplies, donations
FEMA is not "confiscating" emergency supplies or donations meant for Hurricane Helene survivors. Officials from FEMA and local leaders in states like Tennessee and North Carolina have denied these ...
Editorial: FEMA funds are for emergencies, not bad policy
FEMA provides help during emergencies and natural disasters, as well as emergencies of the Biden Administration’s own making.
FEMA Boss Hammers Migrant Money Rumors—'Frankly Ridiculous'
FEMA boss Deanne Criswell has criticized Republican claims that the agency is short of money because of funds spent on migrants.
FEMA head denies agency is short on money for disaster relief because funds went to illegal immigrants
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell told ABC News the agency is not short on disaster relief funds because money has been spent on illegal immigrants. She called the idea "dangerous." ...
FEMA, Facing Money Shortage, Issues Warning About Hurricane Milton
FEMA said it's "ready to support" Florida as a hurricane approaches the state, which is still reeling from the devastation ...
FEMA Faces Challenges Responding to Hurricane Helene Amid Misinformation and Logistical Hurdles
The Federal Emergency Management Agency faces misinformation and logistical challenges in responding to the second deadliest ...
FEMA accused of playing the victim after insisting criticism of Helene handling is 'dangerous:' 'The audacity'
The administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) suggested that criticizing the federal response to Hurricane Helene is 'dangerous.' ...