The Briefing with Jen Psaki Amid Trump's FEMA phase-out, disasters make stark the need for federal help
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Jul 9, 2025 Join Alex Padilla, Democratic Senator from California, Deanne Criswell, former FEMA Administrator, and Dan Osborne, an independent Senate candidate from Nebraska, as they dive into the pressing need for federal disaster assistance. They discuss the alarming impact of recent flooding in Texas and critique political priorities that put immigration enforcement above disaster relief. Insights into the challenges of FEMA's phase-out and the critical role of federal aid in recovery highlight the urgency of reform in emergency response.
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Trump's FEMA Phase-Out Risk
- Trump plans to phase out FEMA, leaving disaster response largely to states.
- This approach risks inadequate federal assistance during escalating natural disasters.
FEMA's Weak Flood Response
- FEMA staff deployment in Texas floods is reportedly minimal and operational leadership absent.
- This understaffing threatens timely disaster recovery and aid delivery in critical situations.
Masked Immigration Agent Concerns
- Federally deploying armed, masked immigration agents without IDs causes fear and confusion.
- Lack of accountability and identification harms public trust and safety for all.