FEMA needs help—now. Mike Johnson said no. - eviltoast

With the Federal Emergency Management Agency reeling from major staffing and funding shortages amid the impact of Hurricane Helene, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) refused on Sunday to commit to reconvening the House before Election Day to aid recovery efforts. In response to a letter from President Biden urging congressional leaders back to replenish federal disaster loan funding, Johnson said during a Fox News Sunday interview that he’d only do so after the election—all but ensuring the funds will run out.

  • prole@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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    2 months ago

    Can’t do anything that might make the current administration appear competent. Regardless of what the consequences may be for the American people.