FEMA Employee Orders Skipping Trump Supporters for Aid After Hurricane

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FEMA employees raised concerns over a supervisor's directive to avoid Trump-supporting homes when assessing Hurricane Milton damage.
Governor Ron DeSantis and other Florida officials have called for an investigation into the alleged discrimination of aid.
FEMA is investigating the actions of the employee involved and emphasizes its obligation to assist all individuals indiscriminately.

Story

After Hurricane Milton struck Florida, it was revealed that a FEMA employee suggested avoiding homes with Trump signs while assessing disaster aid eligibility. Reports indicate that Marn'i Washington, a FEMA supervisor, instructed staff to skip over at least 20 properties associated with Trump supporters. This controversial directive sparked outrage among Florida officials, leading Governor Ron DeSantis to demand an investigation by the state’s Division of Emergency Management. FEMA has since stated they are taking measures against the employee and have reiterated their commitment to assist all survivors, regardless of political affiliation. The agency insisted that the employee acted without proper direction or authority.

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