During a visit to North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, President Donald Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and hinted at the possibility of fundamentally reforming or even eliminating the agency. Trump criticized FEMA's response to disasters, stating that governors may be better equipped to handle emergencies within their states.
Trump mentioned that he plans to sign an executive order to initiate the process of restructuring FEMA. He emphasized that he believes FEMA has not been effective in providing timely and efficient assistance during crises. The president highlighted the importance of state governments taking the lead in disaster response, rather than relying on federal agencies like FEMA.
