DHS Secretary Suggests Major Overhaul for FEMA Amid Calls for Reform

Kristi Noem calls for President Trump to abolish FEMA's current structure, advocating for more local control in disaster response and management.

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During a CNN interview, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem suggested President Trump should abolish FEMA as it currently operates, citing federal inefficiencies. She emphasized the need for local officials to manage disaster responses more swiftly. Trump's stance on FEMA aligns with criticisms regarding its response to recent disasters, including hurricanes and wildfires. Following an executive order to review FEMA, Noem, along with other officials, aims to address concerns over waste and bias in federal emergency management.

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