Emergency managers warn Trump's policies have dangerously weakened US capacity to respond to natural disasters, with damage costs hitting a record $101bn in early 2025. Experts describe a 'perfect storm' of cuts and mismanagement.
A federal judge has halted the Trump administration's move to slash over $230m in homeland security grants from states resisting immigration crackdowns. Read the full ruling details.
Fourteen FEMA employees who warned of disaster response risks have been placed back on administrative leave hours after returning to work, in a move labelled 'appalling' by their lawyer.
Florida representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces federal charges for allegedly funnelling disaster relief money into her congressional campaign. Read the full indictment details.
Acting FEMA administrator David Richardson resigns following criticism over handling of deadly Texas floods that killed 130+. Discover the full story behind his abrupt departure.