House Republicans Demand Probe Into FEMA's Alleged Bias in Hurricane Relief Efforts

Lawmakers seek investigation into claims FEMA workers skipped Trump-supporting homes during disaster aid in Florida and North Carolina.

House Republicans have requested an Inspector General investigation into allegations that FEMA workers intentionally avoided homes displaying Trump campaign signs during hurricane relief efforts.
Former FEMA supervisor Marn’i Washington, fired after reportedly advising workers to skip such homes, claims she was scapegoated and alleges the practice was widespread within the agency.
Whistleblowers have reported incidents in Florida and North Carolina, including claims that entire neighborhoods with Trump signage were bypassed by FEMA relief teams.
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell has denied any agency-wide policy of political bias but has agreed to request an independent investigation into the allegations.
Lawmakers argue the investigation is necessary to rebuild public trust in FEMA, which is typically regarded as a non-partisan disaster response agency.