(DCWatchdog.com) – In a new radical step by the Trump administration, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has set the stage for a significant upheaval by announcing her plan to dismantle FEMA.
See the tweet below!
By passing the reins to state governments, Noem asserts this change will better tailor disaster responses to local needs.
Noem revealed her intention to eliminate FEMA during a Cabinet meeting on March 24, 2025.
As part of the GOP’s broader agenda, this shift reflects President Trump’s directive for state and local governments to take a commanding role in disaster response.
Noem argued that a state-led model would be more attuned to the specific requirements and challenges of each region.
Noem has been a vocal advocate for reforming FEMA.
Prior announcements hinted at her preference for remodeling the agency; however, this proposal goes a step further and suggests completely shuttering FEMA, reallocating its resources directly to states.
Congressional approval will be required to see these plans through.
Historically, FEMA has garnered bipartisan support as a vital entity in disaster relief.
Even staunch conservatives like Republican Senator John Kennedy stress that “FEMA can’t go away” due to its role in “protect[ing] people and property.”
The tension between state-led disaster management versus a federal safety net poses significant questions about the future of national preparedness.
Following this announcement, a hiring freeze at FEMA was enacted along with plans to scrutinize the agency’s practices thoroughly.
Such moves fuel speculation about FEMA’s future, especially considering its recent focus on immigration enforcement and migrant aid under Trump’s administration.
Critics argue this realignment detracts from FEMA’s primary mission of disaster relief.
Noem’s proposed state-centric model could potentially allow localized solutions to take precedence over blanket federal policies.
Supporters believe this system aligns with conservative principles that prioritize state sovereignty.
However, the question remains whether state governments can consistently deliver the comprehensive and efficient response traditionally seen from FEMA.
The path forward involves significant legislative hurdles, given the entrenched support FEMA enjoys across party lines.
The coming months may witness intense debates and possibly cooperative efforts to reimagine how the nation tackles natural disasters.
Kristi Noem’s plan is indeed ambitious, setting the stage for transformative change in government operations.
BREAKING NEWS:
Kristi Noem just reiterated that she will be SHUTTING DOWN FEMA. pic.twitter.com/skQdwXvIjV
— Mila Joy (@MilaLovesJoe) March 24, 2025
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