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FEMA Shifts Disaster Recovery to States Amid Concerns

5/17/2025

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FEMA's acting chief, David Richardson, revealed a bold plan to transfer disaster recovery duties to states for the upcoming hurricane season, a move reflecting the Trump administration's push to reduce federal involvement. With climate disasters on the rise, worries mount over whether states can effectively handle these heightened responsibilities and the financial strain that may follow.

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FEMA's acting chief, David Richardson, revealed a bold plan to transfer disaster recovery duties to states for the upcoming hurricane season, a move reflecting the Trump administration's push to reduce federal involvement. With climate disasters on the rise, worries mount over whether states can effectively handle these heightened responsibilities and the financial strain that may follow.