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News Articles: Federal Emergency Management Agency

Cameron Hamilton, above, has been nominated by President Trump to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). He previously led the agency in an acting capacity, but was removed by the Trump administration about a year ago after telling Congress that did not think the agency should be eliminated.

Trump taps former FEMA director to lead the disaster agency again

Cameron Hamilton led FEMA briefly in 2025. He was removed by the Trump administration after telling Congress that the agency should continue to exist. Now, he's been nominated to lead it once again.

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By:
  • Rebecca Hersher
A Texas flag hangs from a flood-damaged tree on the bank of the Guadalupe River in Kerrville, Texas after deadly floods in July 2025. A group of emergency experts appointed by President Trump is recommending that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provide less money to states to help prepare for and respond to disasters including floods.

A Trump council recommends overhauling FEMA. Here are 3 key changes

A group of emergency experts wants the Trump administration to raise the bar for federal help after disasters, and also make it easier for survivors to get money quickly.

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By:
  • Lauren Sommer and
  • Rebecca Hersher
A damaged house near the Guadalupe River in Hunt, Texas, after deadly flash floods hit the area in July 2025. Rural communities rely on federal disaster funds to recover after such weather catastrophes.

3 big changes are proposed for FEMA. This is what experts really think of them

The Trump administration is proposing massive changes to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. We asked disaster experts to weigh in.

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By:
  • Lauren Sommer and
  • Rebecca Hersher
James Jones carries sandbags while trying to prevent water from running off a property scorched in the Eaton Fire in Altadena, Calif., as the region remains under flash flood warnings on Saturday.

FEMA acting chief David Richardson departs after 6 months on the job

The acting chief of the Federal Emergency Management Agency has left his post, marking another disruption in a year of staff and policy changes. His leadership was questioned after he delayed responding to deadly floods in Texas.

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By:
  • The Associated Press