Kristi Noem: “FEMA, as it exists today, should be eliminated — empowering states to…”

On the recordMay 7, 2025

FEMA, as it exists today, should be eliminated — empowering states to respond to disasters with federal government support.

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Republican · South Dakota

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Noem stated Trump's belief in eliminating FEMA to enhance state disaster response.

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the investigation and the information that you would like.

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Kristi Noem: “FEMA, as it exists today, should be eliminated — empowering states to respond to disasters with federal government…”