Elon Musk criticized the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for allegedly obstructing the delivery of Starlink satellite internet services in hurricane-affected North Carolina. Musk claimed that FEMA was impeding citizens' efforts to provide assistance during the crisis.
A SpaceX engineer in Asheville, North Carolina, reported that FEMA was blocking shipments of Starlink units and seizing goods and services intended for hurricane relief efforts. The engineer expressed concerns about FEMA's control over aid distribution, stating that the agency was hindering their ability to deliver essential supplies.