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Gregg Phillips Ousted from FEMA Over Teleportation, Conspiracy Claims

6/26/2026

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Gregg Phillips was removed from his FEMA leadership role after his teleportation claims and election conspiracy promotion caused controversy.
He had been appointed in December by White House officials despite a documented history of election fraud allegations.
DHS leaders said his public image and periodic clashes with officials prompted the decision.
U.S. President Donald Trump called the teleportation claims strange and pledged to investigate.

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Gregg Phillips was removed from his FEMA leadership role after his teleportation claims and election conspiracy promotion caused controversy.
He had been appointed in December by White House officials despite a documented history of election fraud allegations.
DHS leaders said his public image and periodic clashes with officials prompted the decision.
U.S. President Donald Trump called the teleportation claims strange and pledged to investigate.