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FEMA head said he didn’t know about hurricane season

The New York Times · 3d

Acting FEMA Chief Told Staff He Didn’t Know About U.S. Hurricane Season

In a meeting with FEMA staff, David Richardson said he was unaware the United States had a hurricane season. Two staff members said it was unclear if he was serious, but the agency said he was joking.

MSNBC on MSN · 3d

As hurricane season begins, Trump's FEMA chief once again fails to inspire confidence

It was a problem when the acting FEMA chief jokingly said he didn't know the U.S. has a hurricane season, but it wasn't the only problem in his remarks.

FEMA staff baffled after head said he was unaware of US hurricane season, sources say

The remark was made during a briefing by David Richardson, who has led the Federal Emergency Management Agency since early May.

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FEMA ‘joke’ from chief raises concerns about disaster preparedness in Black communities

As concerns mount, experts warn that Black and other disadvantaged communities stand to suffer the most in the event of ...

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How Trump cuts to FEMA and HUD could impact Houston disaster recovery efforts this hurricane season

With hurricane season underway, Houston area officials said they are watching closely as federal budget cuts target key ...

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With hurricane season underway, Gulf Coast worries FEMA, Weather Service aren’t ready

The concern is particularly pronounced on the Gulf Coast, where ominous storm systems are already beginning to form amid ...

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Governor Stein warns of financial impact on NC from potential FEMA budget cuts

During a news conference on Thursday, June 5, N.C. Governor Josh Stein raised concerns about possible program and budget cuts ...

KJRH - 2 News Oklahoma9d

FEMA pulls its strategic plan, signaling upcoming changes to policy and procedure

Multiple outlets report the Federal Emergency Management Agency has rescinded its strategic plan, a multi-year document that ...

The Root on MSN2dOpinion

FEMA Chief and Other Trump Picks Unskilled, Not Ready For Top Government Jobs

From a former WWE CEO to a right-wing podcaster, the folks President Donald Trump has tapped to lead the country have...

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