Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Karen Evans, the acting head of FEMA, has departed the agency after being in charge since December. She is the fourth acting FEMA chief installed by Trump. A full-time nominee has been tapped to replace her.

Donald Trump has renominated Cameron Hamilton to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency (Fema) after he was previously fired for opposing plans to abolish the agency. Hamilton was dismissed as acting administrator last year after testifying against abolition plans at a House hearing. He had stated that eliminating Fema is not in the best interests of the American people.

A council appointed by President Donald Trump has proposed changes to FEMA's disaster relief response, aiming to redesign its role in emergency situations. The proposal suggests a major overhaul of the agency's operations. This move could significantly impact the nation's disaster response strategy.

A group of emergency experts recommends overhauling FEMA to raise the bar for federal help after disasters and make it easier for survivors to get money quickly. The Trump administration is considering these changes. The goal is to improve federal disaster response.

Lawmakers Jared Moskowitz and Russell Fry introduced legislation to transfer the Secret Service from DHS supervision to a direct report to the White House, aiming to cut red tape and improve agency functionality. The bill is part of a broader package of bipartisan reforms to reform the Department of Homeland Security. This move comes after heightened scrutiny following assassination attempts against President Donald Trump.

Lawmakers Jared Moskowitz and Russell Fry introduced legislation to transfer the Secret Service from DHS supervision to a direct report to the White House. The goal is to cut red tape at DHS and provide the agency with more resources. This change is part of a broader package of bipartisan reforms to reform the department.

FEMA's disaster relief fund has dropped below $3 billion, triggering Imminent Needs Funding. This restricts the agency to only urgent, life-saving spending due to a partial government shutdown as hurricane season approaches.

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Florida Democrat, filed for re-election days before resigning from Congress amid congressional and federal investigations into alleged misuse of disaster relief funds. The House Ethics Committee found her responsible for 18 campaign finance violations and other misconduct, prompting her resignation to defend herself outside office.

Florida Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick filed for re-election days before resigning from Congress amid congressional and federal investigations into alleged misuse of disaster relief funds. The House Ethics Committee had recommended punishment for 18 campaign finance violations and other misconduct, prompting her resignation to defend herself outside office. She faces federal charges of stealing $5 million from FEMA.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass met with President Donald Trump to advocate for federal wildfire relief funding after months of clashes. The meeting focused on FEMA aid and rebuilding efforts following the 2023 Palisades and Eaton fires, which caused extensive damage and displacement.

A new study reveals 17.5 million Americans along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts are at 'very high' flood risk, with New York and New Orleans highlighted as vulnerable. Researchers used AI tools to analyze geographic hazards, population exposure, and infrastructure risks, emphasizing extreme flooding impacts and social vulnerabilities like the elderly and poor.

The Trump administration is shifting away from aggressive, publicity-driven immigration enforcement tactics after facing public backlash. Key figures like Kristi Noem and Stephen Miller previously championed confrontational strategies, but newer leaders such as Susie Wiles and Markwayne Mullin are recalibrating messaging. ICE's social media approach and operational focus are being reevaluated.