Morning Wire More Trump Appointments & Chicago’s Property Tax | Afternoon Update | 11.18.24
Nov 18, 2024
A former FEMA employee raises alarms about political bias in disaster relief, sparking calls for an investigation. Trump aims for significant immigration changes, planning military-backed deportations, while his controversial appointments stir debate on free speech and energy policies. Legal troubles in Chicago deepen with accusations surrounding a notable case, and the City Council stands firm against property tax increases, all while media interactions with Trump provoke strong public reactions.
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FEMA Discrimination Allegation
- A former FEMA employee, Chelsea Need, revealed that homes displaying Trump signs were allegedly bypassed during Hurricane Ian relief efforts.
- This contradicts FEMA's equity and inclusion policies, prompting calls for investigation into political bias.
Trump's Immigration Plan
- President-elect Trump plans to declare a national emergency to address illegal immigration and border security.
- This echoes his 2019 declaration for border wall funding, later revoked by Biden.
Carr's FCC Appointment
- Trump appointed Brandon Carr as permanent FCC chairman.
- Carr, a free speech advocate, has investigated Big Tech censorship and their ties to NewsGuard.