FEMA Supervisor Fired for Trump Flag Allegations

FEMA supervisor Marn’i Washington has been accused of instructing relief workers to avoid homes displaying Trump flags in Florida following Hurricane Milton, allegedly resulting in at least 20 homes being skipped for assistance. A whistleblower revealed text messages that indicated Washington's directive, which she later claimed was misinterpreted and aimed at ensuring team safety due to hostile encounters. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell stated that Washington was fired for violating agency conduct standards, emphasizing that such behavior is intolerable. Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL) has called for a broader investigation into the matter, suggesting similar practices may have occurred statewide. Washington, defending her actions, stated that her instruction was rooted in safety concerns and not political bias, while demanding incident reports to substantiate her claims. The situation has sparked significant controversy and an ongoing inquiry into FEMA's practices in disaster relief.