Rep. Jared Moskowitz criticized Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over her handling of FEMA during the floods in central Texas that resulted in over 120 fatalities. By instituting a new policy requiring her personal approval for contracts over $100,000, Noem's decisions delayed the deployment of vital rescue resources. Moskowitz noted that regional offices are severely understaffed and expressed concerns about Noem's lack of emergency management experience, comparing her to former FEMA director Michael Brown during Hurricane Katrina. He voiced a need for reform in FEMA's leadership and structure to improve disaster response.
Moskowitz criticized Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for instituting a new policy that delays FEMA's response, requiring her personal sign-off on large contracts.
FEMA's delayed response to the catastrophic floods in central Texas resulted in 120+ fatalities, with regional offices under-staffed and ill-prepared for emergencies.
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