FEMA Staff Cuts Blocked by Judge | Global News

A federal judge just blocked a Trump-era plan to slash FEMA’s staff by half, calling it unlawful and out of step with post-Katrina reforms. The ruling emphasized that FEMA—not DHS—should lead major staffing decisions, especially for substantial cuts. Though the 50% reduction never fully materialized, early layoffs still caused lasting damage: critical institutional knowledge vanished, and workforce stability remains fragile. The Government Accountability Office warns FEMA needs a strategic planning process to handle its mission effectively—or Congress should mandate one.

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