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#disaster-recovery
US politics
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Trump wants to cut more disaster recovery funding. Nearly every Congressional district has recently needed the money

FEMA and HUD funding is critical for disaster recovery amidst increasing climate-related disasters affecting nearly all U.S. congressional districts.
Remodel
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

White House set to cut most of HUD's disaster recovery office

HUD assists where FEMA budgets are insufficient, connecting disaster victims to resources and providing essential recovery funding.
US politics
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Trump wants to cut more disaster recovery funding. Nearly every Congressional district has recently needed the money

FEMA and HUD funding is critical for disaster recovery amidst increasing climate-related disasters affecting nearly all U.S. congressional districts.
Remodel
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

White House set to cut most of HUD's disaster recovery office

HUD assists where FEMA budgets are insufficient, connecting disaster victims to resources and providing essential recovery funding.
#hurricane-season
Online learning
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

FEMA reduces emergency training before a brutal hurricane season

FEMA has cut training sessions for emergency managers ahead of the hurricane season, moving many online, which may impact coordination and preparedness.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

FEMA faces backlog of emergency aid requests as hurricane season nears

FEMA is experiencing a significant backlog of emergency aid requests ahead of hurricane season, raising concerns about disaster response efficiency.
Miami food
fromSun Sentinel
6 days ago

Moskowitz, expert in disaster management, warns FEMA 'is going to fail' during hurricane season

FEMA is predicted to fail during the hurricane season, impacting disaster response capabilities.
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

As Hurricane Season Looms, FEMA Is Being Torn to Shreds

FEMA faces severe budget cuts and understaffing just before hurricane season, raising concerns over state preparedness for disasters.
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

FEMA head fired after revealing his take on Trump's plans for the agency

FEMA leadership changes raise concerns just ahead of hurricane season amid Trump's criticism of the agency's effectiveness.
SF politics
fromWIRED
1 week ago

FEMA Has Canceled Its 4-Year Strategic Plan Ahead of Hurricane Season

FEMA has rescinded its strategic plan, leaving the agency without guidance just before hurricane season.
Online learning
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

FEMA reduces emergency training before a brutal hurricane season

FEMA has cut training sessions for emergency managers ahead of the hurricane season, moving many online, which may impact coordination and preparedness.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

FEMA faces backlog of emergency aid requests as hurricane season nears

FEMA is experiencing a significant backlog of emergency aid requests ahead of hurricane season, raising concerns about disaster response efficiency.
Miami food
fromSun Sentinel
6 days ago

Moskowitz, expert in disaster management, warns FEMA 'is going to fail' during hurricane season

FEMA is predicted to fail during the hurricane season, impacting disaster response capabilities.
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

As Hurricane Season Looms, FEMA Is Being Torn to Shreds

FEMA faces severe budget cuts and understaffing just before hurricane season, raising concerns over state preparedness for disasters.
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

FEMA head fired after revealing his take on Trump's plans for the agency

FEMA leadership changes raise concerns just ahead of hurricane season amid Trump's criticism of the agency's effectiveness.
SF politics
fromWIRED
1 week ago

FEMA Has Canceled Its 4-Year Strategic Plan Ahead of Hurricane Season

FEMA has rescinded its strategic plan, leaving the agency without guidance just before hurricane season.
#climate-change
US news
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
2 months ago

Government Watchdog Issues Unprecedented Warning on State of U.S. Disaster Response

FEMA's disaster aid delivery is now on the GAO's High-Risk List due to staffing issues and increasing climate-related costs.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump is gutting environmental agencies. What does that mean for Americans?

Cuts to NOAA and FEMA hinder preparation and response to weather-related disasters.
Fundraising
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Rural communities were promised millions in disaster funds. Trump is ending it

FEMA grants for disaster infrastructure improvements were canceled by the Trump administration, impacting rural communities facing severe risks.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

The Consequences of One of Project 2025's Most Surprising Attacks Are Becoming Clear

Federal disaster aid is becoming less reliable under the Trump administration, affecting disaster response effectiveness.
Environment
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump Admin Moves to End One of FEMA's Biggest Disaster Adaptation Programs

FEMA's BRIC program, vital for disaster preparedness funding, may be dismantled by the Trump administration despite rising climate-related disasters.
US news
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
2 months ago

Government Watchdog Issues Unprecedented Warning on State of U.S. Disaster Response

FEMA's disaster aid delivery is now on the GAO's High-Risk List due to staffing issues and increasing climate-related costs.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump is gutting environmental agencies. What does that mean for Americans?

Cuts to NOAA and FEMA hinder preparation and response to weather-related disasters.
Fundraising
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Rural communities were promised millions in disaster funds. Trump is ending it

FEMA grants for disaster infrastructure improvements were canceled by the Trump administration, impacting rural communities facing severe risks.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

The Consequences of One of Project 2025's Most Surprising Attacks Are Becoming Clear

Federal disaster aid is becoming less reliable under the Trump administration, affecting disaster response effectiveness.
Environment
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump Admin Moves to End One of FEMA's Biggest Disaster Adaptation Programs

FEMA's BRIC program, vital for disaster preparedness funding, may be dismantled by the Trump administration despite rising climate-related disasters.
#disaster-preparedness
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California FEMA earthquake retrofit grants canceled, imperiling critical work, Schiff says

The Trump administration's cancellation of $33 million in earthquake retrofit funding for California raises significant safety concerns.
Fundraising
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
1 month ago

FEMA to Halt Billions in Grants for Disaster Protection, Internal Memo Says

FEMA cancels critical grants for disaster preparedness, impacting states and communities facing natural disasters.
BRIC grants, essential for resilience projects, are suspended under the current administration's budget cuts.
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California FEMA earthquake retrofit grants canceled, imperiling critical work, Schiff says

The Trump administration's cancellation of $33 million in earthquake retrofit funding for California raises significant safety concerns.
Fundraising
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
1 month ago

FEMA to Halt Billions in Grants for Disaster Protection, Internal Memo Says

FEMA cancels critical grants for disaster preparedness, impacting states and communities facing natural disasters.
BRIC grants, essential for resilience projects, are suspended under the current administration's budget cuts.
#disaster-response
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

FEMA leader is out, amid questions over future of the agency

FEMA's acting administrator Cameron Hamilton has been replaced amidst calls from President Trump to eliminate the agency.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

House Democrat Warns FEMA Is Going to Fail This Summer' Due to Funding Cuts

FEMA risks failing this summer due to budget cuts and management issues, jeopardizing disaster response efforts.
SF politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

FEMA Isn't Ready for Disaster Season, Workers Say

FEMA employees express serious concerns about the agency's readiness for disasters amid uncertainty and possible staff cuts.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

FEMA leader is out, amid questions over future of the agency

FEMA's acting administrator Cameron Hamilton has been replaced amidst calls from President Trump to eliminate the agency.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

House Democrat Warns FEMA Is Going to Fail This Summer' Due to Funding Cuts

FEMA risks failing this summer due to budget cuts and management issues, jeopardizing disaster response efforts.
SF politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

FEMA Isn't Ready for Disaster Season, Workers Say

FEMA employees express serious concerns about the agency's readiness for disasters amid uncertainty and possible staff cuts.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

FEMA Has Not Been on the Ground': St. Louis Mayor Pleads For Federal Aid in Wake of Devastating Tornado

I can tell you that on the local level, every organization, community member, elected official has been on point. What we need right now is federal assistance.
NYC politics
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

DOGE worker's old creds found in malware data dumps

I have no way of knowing exactly when Schutt's computer was hacked, or how many times. Evidence of infostealers means I fervently hope DOGE staff are not using personal machines to access government records.
Cryptocurrency
#trump-administration
Non-profit organizations
fromFast Company
2 months ago

FEMA is launching an investigation of migrant shelter aid, while withholding funding

The Trump administration is investigating migrant aid organizations for potential violations of smuggling laws.
FEMA is demanding detailed reports from grant recipients about services provided to migrants.
Funding for migrant aid could be withheld pending the outcome of this review.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Adams sues Trump admin over clawback of $80M migrant shelter funds from NYC

New York City sues the Trump administration for $80.5 million in seized migrant funding, highlighting the financial strain of the ongoing migrant crisis.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

NYC sues Trump administration demanding return of $80 million in migrant funding taken in money grab' | amNewYork

Mayor Adams sues the Trump administration for $80 million FEMA funds taken back without notice, citing abuse of authority and the need for justice for NYC taxpayers.
NYC politics
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

NYC Sues FEMA For $80M Smash And Grab Stunt - Above the Law

The Trump administration's latest legal fallout involves the reversal of FEMA payments meant for migrant housing, inciting lawsuits and controversy.
Non-profit organizations
fromFast Company
2 months ago

FEMA is launching an investigation of migrant shelter aid, while withholding funding

The Trump administration is investigating migrant aid organizations for potential violations of smuggling laws.
FEMA is demanding detailed reports from grant recipients about services provided to migrants.
Funding for migrant aid could be withheld pending the outcome of this review.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Adams sues Trump admin over clawback of $80M migrant shelter funds from NYC

New York City sues the Trump administration for $80.5 million in seized migrant funding, highlighting the financial strain of the ongoing migrant crisis.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

NYC sues Trump administration demanding return of $80 million in migrant funding taken in money grab' | amNewYork

Mayor Adams sues the Trump administration for $80 million FEMA funds taken back without notice, citing abuse of authority and the need for justice for NYC taxpayers.
NYC politics
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

NYC Sues FEMA For $80M Smash And Grab Stunt - Above the Law

The Trump administration's latest legal fallout involves the reversal of FEMA payments meant for migrant housing, inciting lawsuits and controversy.
#eaton-fire
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Their homes burned in wildfires. Fraudsters took their disaster relief funds, feds say

Three arrested for fraudulent claims to FEMA disaster-relief funds following Eaton and Palisades wildfires.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Their homes burned in wildfires. Fraudsters took their disaster relief funds, feds say

Three arrested for fraudulent claims to FEMA disaster-relief funds following Eaton and Palisades wildfires.
#disaster-relief
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Trump admin terminates $90 million in disaster prevention aid for Mass.

Gov. Maura Healey criticized the Trump administration for cutting $90 million in disaster prevention funding, which jeopardizes safety in Massachusetts communities.
Los Angeles
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

5 charged for making false claims for FEMA benefits in wake of Southern California wildfires, prosecutors say

Five individuals were arrested for fraudulently claiming disaster relief following the Los Angeles wildfires.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

5 arrested for collecting thousands in fraudulent FEMA claims from Palisades, Eaton fires

Five people arrested for submitting false claims for disaster relief funds from FEMA after January wildfires.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

States say Trump's continued freeze on much-needed FEMA aid violates a judge's order

FEMA owes Oregon $129 million for disaster relief, impacting local emergency budgets.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Trump admin terminates $90 million in disaster prevention aid for Mass.

Gov. Maura Healey criticized the Trump administration for cutting $90 million in disaster prevention funding, which jeopardizes safety in Massachusetts communities.
Los Angeles
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

5 charged for making false claims for FEMA benefits in wake of Southern California wildfires, prosecutors say

Five individuals were arrested for fraudulently claiming disaster relief following the Los Angeles wildfires.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

5 arrested for collecting thousands in fraudulent FEMA claims from Palisades, Eaton fires

Five people arrested for submitting false claims for disaster relief funds from FEMA after January wildfires.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

States say Trump's continued freeze on much-needed FEMA aid violates a judge's order

FEMA owes Oregon $129 million for disaster relief, impacting local emergency budgets.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Watershed report focuses on projects to prevent and prepare for floods - Austin Monitor

Reflecting on the progress we've made guides our path forward, As we look ahead, we will build on these successes and continue serving the evolving needs of Austinites.
Austin
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I spent over a year looking for a job and finally got a federal contract. Then DOGE happened.

When I told people in late February that the Federal Emergency Management Agency had offered me a job, the typical response was, "I thought they were getting shut down."
NYC startup
#disaster-management
#new-york
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Chris Hayes Bursts Out Laughing When He Learns Trump Caused NYC Bank Account to Overdraft by $79.5 Million

Trump's FEMA reclaimed $80 million from New York, leading to a significant overdraft and raising concerns about federal access to state funds.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

FEMA Cuts More Than $300 Million in Disaster Aid to New York

FEMA cuts $325 million in grants crucial for New York's flood mitigation, a decision critics say endangers public safety.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Chris Hayes Bursts Out Laughing When He Learns Trump Caused NYC Bank Account to Overdraft by $79.5 Million

Trump's FEMA reclaimed $80 million from New York, leading to a significant overdraft and raising concerns about federal access to state funds.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

FEMA Cuts More Than $300 Million in Disaster Aid to New York

FEMA cuts $325 million in grants crucial for New York's flood mitigation, a decision critics say endangers public safety.
#government-efficiency
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Trump Now Reportedly Subjecting His Minions to Lie Detector Tests for Absolute Loyalty

The department confirmed in a statement to Politico that the test had taken place - and said it had cleared the interim FEMA head.
SF politics
#fraud
Los Angeles
fromwww.dailynews.com
2 months ago

3 charged for filing false claims for Southern California wildfires to get disaster funds

Three individuals face charges for fraudulently claiming wildfire disaster funds meant for true victims, risking up to 30 years in prison.
Los Angeles
fromwww.dailynews.com
2 months ago

3 charged for filing false claims for Southern California wildfires to get disaster funds

Three individuals face charges for fraudulently claiming wildfire disaster funds meant for true victims, risking up to 30 years in prison.
#california
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

FEMA rejects call by Newsom's office to test soil in fire areas for toxic contaminants

California is urging FEMA to reconsider its decision against post-cleanup soil testing following wildfires, citing safety concerns about toxic contamination.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

FEMA rejects call by Newsom's office to test soil in fire areas for toxic contaminants

California is urging FEMA to reconsider its decision against post-cleanup soil testing following wildfires, citing safety concerns about toxic contamination.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Judge rejects NYC's request to order immediate return of $80 million from FEMA to shelter migrants

FEMA will not return $80 million to New York City amid funding dispute for migrant shelters.
#trump
NYC politics
fromPoynter
3 months ago

FEMA did not use disaster relief money to house immigrants in New York luxury hotels - Poynter

Musk's claim about FEMA misusing funds for illegal migrants is inaccurate and misleading.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump wants to get rid of FEMA. The future of disaster relief would be grim

Trump ordered a review of FEMA, suggesting its elimination, citing dissatisfaction with its performance in disaster management.
NYC politics
fromPoynter
3 months ago

FEMA did not use disaster relief money to house immigrants in New York luxury hotels - Poynter

Musk's claim about FEMA misusing funds for illegal migrants is inaccurate and misleading.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Trump wants to get rid of FEMA. The future of disaster relief would be grim

Trump ordered a review of FEMA, suggesting its elimination, citing dissatisfaction with its performance in disaster management.
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