The Daily Signal Biden's FEMA Director Referred to DOJ, J.B. Pritzker's Anti-ICE Commission | Oct. 24, 2025
Oct 24, 2025
Big news unfolds as Biden's FEMA director faces a DOJ referral amid a scandal involving political bias in disaster response. Meanwhile, Senate Democrats express outrage over Trump's aggressive narcoterrorism policies, demanding more oversight. In Illinois, Governor Pritzker introduces a controversial commission to investigate federal enforcement actions against immigration laws, branding it as a push for accountability and transparency. These heated discussions highlight the intersection of politics, law enforcement, and public safety.
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FEMA Aid Was Politically Sorted
- DHS found FEMA staff recorded disaster victims' political beliefs and avoided certain homes during 2024 hurricanes.
- The report ties selective aid decisions to flags, religious imagery, and perceived opposition to President Biden.
Criswell Says One Employee Was Fired
- Deanne Criswell publicly denied systemic bias and said a single employee was fired for instructing teams to skip 'Trump' homes.
- She testified she had sent a new team to contact homes that were skipped and insisted the behavior wasn't widespread.
DHS Referred Criswell To DOJ
- The DHS referral names Deanne Criswell for potential criminal prosecution over the selective-aid findings.
- Referral elevates the issue from administrative discipline to possible DOJ criminal review.