Onetime acting FEMA chief fired by Trump now on track to be confirmed to head agency

The U.S. Senate's Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee has taken a significant step toward confirming Cameron Hamilton as the new head of FEMA, marking the first time in over a year that the agency will have a permanent administrator since President Trump took office. Hamilton, who was previously fired by Trump as acting FEMA chief, now seems poised to lead the agency. This move is crucial as FEMA plays a vital role in managing national emergency responses, and having a confirmed leader is essential for effective governance and continuity in crisis situations.