The 2024 hurricane season left severe damage in Florida, North Carolina, and Alabama, displacing thousands of residents. Many criticized the agency for its slow and inadequate response to these crises.
In November, FEMA launched an internal investigation after reports surfaced that a supervisor instructed disaster relief workers to avoid homes displaying Trump signs during Hurricane Milton recovery efforts.
The revelation that FEMA diverted $59 million in disaster relief funds to luxury migrant housing has sparked outrage and renewed scrutiny of government spending practices. As efforts to recover the funds continue, the scandal underscores ongoing tensions over immigration policy, fiscal responsibility, and disaster relief priorities.
