In the wake of the devastating Hurricane Helene, which has claimed over 160 lives and left a trail of destruction across the southeastern United States, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has issued a stark warning: The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) does not have enough funding to last through the hurricane season. Current Funding Levels and Projected Shortfall Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Mayorkas emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that while FEMA is currently meeting immediate needs, the agency lacks the resources for sustained operations. Despite a recent replenishment of $20 billion to FEMA’s disaster relief fund, detailed … Continue reading FEMA Faces $10 Billion Shortfall as Hurricane Helene’s Devastation Pushes Funding to the Brink