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 approved the nomination of Cameron Hamilton to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), marking a significant step forward after a year without a permanent administrator since President Trump took office. Hamilton, who was previously an acting FEMA chief and subsequently fired by Trump, is now poised for confirmation, which could reshape FEMA's priorities and operations under the current administration. This move highlights the ongoing efforts to stabilize and realign federal emergency response agencies amid changing political landscapes.