Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Trump Administration Cuts FEMA Staff, Sparks Hurricane Preparedness Concerns

3/22/2025

50 5

Summary

Story summary

The Trump administration is shaking up FEMA, letting go of over 200 probationary workers and introducing a new hiring process that forces employees to seek contract renewals through DHS. This drastic move, impacting 39% of the workforce, sparks worries about the agency's readiness to tackle the challenges of the looming hurricane season.

1 of 1

Story summary

The Trump administration is shaking up FEMA, letting go of over 200 probationary workers and introducing a new hiring process that forces employees to seek contract renewals through DHS. This drastic move, impacting 39% of the workforce, sparks worries about the agency's readiness to tackle the challenges of the looming hurricane season.