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Florida Lawsuit Alleges FEMA Discrimination Against Trump Supporters
U.S. Representative Greg Steube and House Republicans have launched investigations into FEMA following allegations that an employee instructed disaster recovery teams to avoid homes displaying Trump campaign signs in Florida after Hurricanes Milton and Helene. The fired employee, Marn'i Washington, claimed she was following standard protocol to prevent hostility in the field, but her actions have sparked significant backlash, leading to a lawsuit by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody against FEMA and its administrator Deanne Criswell. The lawsuit accuses FEMA of political discrimination and seeks accountability for allegedly denying aid to Trump supporters. Criswell condemned Washington's behavior as reprehensible and confirmed her termination, while the agency faces scrutiny for its response to the hurricanes. This incident has raised concerns about the impartiality of federal aid distribution and prompted calls for transparency regarding FEMA's policies. As investigations unfold, the implications of this controversy could further erode public trust in FEMA's disaster response efforts.
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