
August 27, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode
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FEMA's Controversy and Government Accountability
This chapter explores the turbulence within FEMA sparked by an open letter from employees opposing budget cuts and leadership decisions attributed to the Trump administration. It examines the dire implications of these actions on disaster response capabilities, referencing past tragedies like Hurricane Katrina. The discussion also sheds light on the personal risks faced by federal employees who dare to speak out against perceived injustices within the agency.
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