Senate confirms Hamilton to lead FEMA and clears more than 70 other Trump nominees
Summary
The Senate confirmed Cameron Hamilton as the new head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Hamilton previously led FEMA temporarily but was fired after opposing plans to eliminate the agency. He will now manage FEMA during a time of change and effort to restore stability.Key Facts
- Cameron Hamilton was confirmed by the Senate to lead FEMA.
- Hamilton previously served as FEMA’s temporary leader in 2025 but was fired for opposing agency elimination plans.
- President Donald Trump nominated Hamilton along with more than 70 other officials.
- Hamilton’s confirmation suggests Trump may be reconsidering plans to shut down FEMA.
- FEMA has over 20,000 employees and has faced challenges including staff departures and delays in disaster aid.
- Some Democrats have accused the Trump administration of favoring disaster aid requests from Republican governors over Democrats.
- Hamilton pledged to make FEMA fair, follow laws, and improve how disaster claims are handled.
- Emergency management professionals showed support for Hamilton’s confirmation despite concerns from some FEMA staff.
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