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

The U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee has taken a significant step toward confirming Cameron Hamilton, who was previously fired as acting FEMA chief by President Trump, to lead the agency. This move signifies a potential shift in FEMA's leadership under Trump's administration, as it's the first time a nominee is advancing this far in the confirmation process. The vote was split along party lines, highlighting the political tensions surrounding the agency's leadership. This confirmation could have broader implications for how FEMA manages future crises and its relationship with the White House.