FEMA’s interim leader gives assurances, despite local concerns over disaster response

A coalition of local elected leaders and former government officials have organized to raise awareness of what they see as the Trump administration’s shortcomings on disaster response.

By: Greg LaRose

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: June 10, 2026

Words: 738

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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Local officials in hurricane-prone states are expressing concerns over the Trump administration’s ability to respond to their disaster needs. But the interim leader of the Federal Emergency Management Agency says it’s adequately staffed with the ability to hire more emergency response workers if needed.

Robert Fenton Jr., FEMA’s interim director, is in New Orleans this week for the annual Gulf and Atlantic Hurricane Summit. At a news conference Tuesday, he told journalists his agency …

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