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Vice President Harris: FEMA Has Resources To Address Hurricane Milton

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during a campaign rally, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Vice President Kamala Harris recently spoke in a call emphasizing that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is well-equipped with the necessary resources to handle the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. Harris stated that FEMA currently possesses the required resources to address the impact of the hurricane as it unfolds.

During the call, Harris highlighted the importance of advancing legislation in Congress to secure funding for FEMA aid. She emphasized the need to bolster FEMA's assistance capabilities to effectively respond to the increasing frequency of severe storms, referring to the situation as a potential 'new normal' in terms of devastating weather events.

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