CNN 5 Things Katrina anniversary warning, new CDC leader, foreign aid ruling & more
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Aug 29, 2025 Today marks 20 years since Hurricane Katrina, highlighting ongoing concerns about disaster preparedness. There's a pivotal leadership change at the CDC as the Health Secretary makes a key appointment. A recent court ruling stirs mixed feelings regarding Trump’s foreign aid cuts. In international news, a Thai court removes the Prime Minister, impacting political stability. Meanwhile, gas prices drop significantly ahead of Labour Day, offering some relief for consumers as market conditions shift.
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Katrina Lessons At Risk
- Former FEMA leaders warn Katrina lessons are being forgotten under the Trump administration.
- They argue dismantling FEMA and shifting responsibilities to states risks repeating catastrophic failures.
CDC Leadership Shift
- Jim O'Neill, a former investor, is expected to become acting CDC director amid agency turmoil.
- The change follows the firing of Susan Menares and resignations over vaccine policy conflicts with RFK Jr.
Mixed Ruling On Foreign Aid Lawsuit
- A federal appeals court declined to review challenges to frozen foreign aid, partly siding with the administration.
- The lawsuit returns to a lower court, giving nonprofits another chance to contest the aid freeze before Judge Amir Ali.