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White House Limits FEMA's Gregg Phillips Amid Controversial Claims

4/14/2026

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Gregg Phillips, a senior FEMA official, claimed teleportation and encounters with the deceased on right-wing podcasts.
Following CNN's report on his teleportation claim, the White House urged FEMA to limit his public presence.
Despite his assertions, some FEMA staff respect Phillips for opposing workforce cuts.
Internal turmoil continues as leaders sideline Phillips from key operations and question FEMA's preparedness.

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Gregg Phillips, a senior FEMA official, claimed teleportation and encounters with the deceased on right-wing podcasts.
Following CNN's report on his teleportation claim, the White House urged FEMA to limit his public presence.
Despite his assertions, some FEMA staff respect Phillips for opposing workforce cuts.
Internal turmoil continues as leaders sideline Phillips from key operations and question FEMA's preparedness.