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While Trump overhauls FEMA, Mississippi tornado survivors await assistance • May 20, 2025, 7:19 PM ET (AP)
More severe weather pummels the central US as thousands recover from deadly tornadoes • May 20, 2025, 1:25 AM ET (AP)
FEMA's acting chief says agency will shift more disaster recovery responsibilities to the states • May 15, 2025, 7:22 PM ET (AP)
The Latest: Trump floats cutting China tariffs to 80% ahead of weekend meeting • May 9, 2025, 7:41 PM ET (AP)
'Don't get in my way,' the new acting head of federal disaster agency warns in call with staff • May 9, 2025, 3:08 PM ET (AP)

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Also Known As FEMA
Headquarters Washington, D.C.
Areas Of Involvement emergency management • complex humanitarian emergency • disaster • relief
Related People Michael Chertoff

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