Hurricane Isaias ‘biggest test’ for Fema since Trump cuts, experts warn
Summary
Gulf state officials are preparing for Hurricane Isaias, which tests FEMA’s ability to respond after major staff cuts during President Trump’s administration. Experts say the agency lost many experienced workers, raising concerns about handling multiple disasters at once.Key Facts
- Hurricane Isaias is expected to hit Florida and Alabama soon.
- President Trump's administration reduced FEMA’s workforce by about 17% in fiscal year 2025.
- Many experienced FEMA employees left through early retirement, including senior leaders.
- FEMA is actively monitoring the storm and prepositioning supplies in Alabama.
- Governors of Florida, Georgia, and Alabama declared states of emergency.
- FEMA supported states fully during Tropical Storm Arthur earlier in the year.
- Experts warn FEMA could struggle if it must respond to several disasters at once.
- In 2024, FEMA fielded 13,500 employees for Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which strained resources.
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