Kristi Noem blames Democrats for shutdown holding up $625m in World Cup funding
US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem attributes the halt in $625 million in federal World Cup funding to a government shutdown caused by Democratic senators' actions.
Trump approves federal emergency declaration for Potomac River sewage spill
Donald Trump has declared a federal emergency due to a major sewage spill in the Potomac River, authorizing FEMA to assist local relief efforts.
Trump approves DC emergency declaration over Potomac sewage spill, FEMA mobilizes
President Trump has approved a disaster declaration for Washington, D.C., enabling FEMA to assist with the sewage crisis caused by a sewer line collapse.
DHS shutdown leaves local emergency responders on their own amid extreme weather, expert warns
The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security is jeopardizing local emergency responders' capabilities during critical weather events, as FEMA support is restricted.
Democrats risk FEMA disaster funding collapse as DHS shutdown hits Day 5
Senate Democrats and the White House are in a standoff over immigration reforms, leading to concerns that FEMA's disaster response capabilities could be severely impacted due to funding shortages amid a partial government shutdown.
Louisiana GOP lawmaker urges FEMA aid for 'hurricane' like ice storm as DHS shutdown drags on
Rep. Julia Letlow is advocating for FEMA assistance in response to severe ice storm damage in northern Louisiana amidst a partial government shutdown.
Noem slams Dems blocking DHS funding bill citing TSA, FEMA, Coast Guard: 'I hope they come to their senses'
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem criticized Senate Democrats for blocking funding essential for airport security and disaster response, escalating a partisan conflict over immigration policy.
ICE shutdown fight might restrict FEMA, Coast Guard to ‘life-threatening’ emergencies
DHS agency heads warned that a government shutdown would severely impact readiness across several critical agencies, limiting operations to only life-threatening emergencies.
House GOP leader rips 'socialist' Zohran Mamdani after 18 people freeze to death in NYC
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani following the deaths of 18 residents in New York City due to extreme cold, linking the fatalities to a lack of funding for disaster relief by Democrats.
FEMA is getting rid of thousands of workers in areas recovering from disasters
FEMA plans to lay off thousands of workers whose multiyear contracts will not be extended this year, affecting recovery efforts in disaster-impacted areas.
Fema staff outraged by draft plans for deep cuts under Trump
Current and former FEMA staff are expressing outrage over draft plans to significantly reduce staffing levels by 2026 as part of a proposed restructuring under Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
FEMA Staff Bracing for Dismissal of 1,000 Disaster Workers
FEMA is preparing for the potential layoff of 1,000 disaster workers due to funding constraints and restructuring efforts.