FEMA official directed hurricane relief workers to avoid homes with Trump signage
A FEMA official has been removed from their position after directing disaster relief workers to avoid homes with signs supporting now President-elect Trump in the aftermath of the devastating hurricanes in Florida. The agency expressed deep concern over the incident, emphasizing that the employee had no authority to issue such instructions.
According to internal messages obtained by The Daily Wire, FEMA workers were told to steer clear of homes displaying support for Trump and to enter into a tracking system that they made no contact with those residents. This directive led to aid workers bypassing certain households, causing them to miss out on much-needed assistance.
In response to the incident, FEMA stated that they are taking the matter extremely seriously and are conducting a thorough investigation. The agency highlighted their efforts in providing aid to over 365,000 households and distributing over $898 million in direct assistance following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
FEMA expressed horror over the situation and assured the public that corrective actions have been taken to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. The agency reiterated their commitment to serving disaster survivors and vowed to continue their efforts for as long as necessary.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that his administration is launching an investigation into FEMA for what he described as the “blatant weaponization” of the agency. DeSantis criticized the partisan activism within the federal bureaucracy and called for accountability in addressing the discrimination against Floridians who support Trump.
The House Oversight Committee and Rep. James Comer raised concerns over the lack of accountability in the situation, highlighting the need for reforms to hold unelected bureaucrats responsible for their actions. President Biden also addressed the issue of disinformation surrounding FEMA’s response to the hurricanes, urging individuals to stop spreading false information.
As the investigation into the incident continues, FEMA is working to ensure that all disaster survivors receive the assistance they need regardless of their political affiliations. The agency remains dedicated to its mission of helping those affected by natural disasters and is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and service.
