(ReclaimingAmerica.net) – In a new scandal that has rocked FEMA, four employees have been fired after allegedly redirecting $59 million meant for disaster relief to house illegal migrants in luxury hotels in New York City.
See the tweet below!
This misuse of funds raises serious concerns about FEMA’s accountability and commitment to American disaster victims.
Critics argue that these actions disregard the pressing needs of American families affected by disasters.
The fired employees included FEMA’s Chief Financial Officer, two program analysts, and a grant specialist.
These individuals reportedly authorized a $59 million payment for housing illegal migrants without proper approval from leadership.
Notably, $19 million of these funds was allocated for migrant accommodations in upscale hotels.
The incident underscores a misuse of FEMA’s Shelter and Services Program, which is distinct from typical disaster relief funds.
Elon Musk, leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), criticized the payment and plans to demand a clawback of the funds.
FEMA’s acting administrator, Cameron Hamilton, responded by announcing a suspension of payments to New York City for migrant housing.
However, New York City officials claim they have not been informed about any funding pause or clawback demands.
“That money is meant for American disaster relief and instead is being spent on high-end hotels for illegals,” stated Elon Musk, cited by The New York Post.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) echoed Musk’s outrage, noting it will not tolerate actions that could compromise public safety.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem emphasized reforming FEMA to prevent future misappropriations.
This sentiment resonates with President Trump’s administration, which has criticized FEMA for past inefficiencies and suggested state-led disaster responses as more effective.
Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., praised the firings, calling them “long overdue.”
Trump also weighed in on the issue, suggesting on Truth Social that FEMA should either be significantly reformed or abolished altogether.
The revelation of this expenditure amidst ongoing border crisis debates has intensified Republican scrutiny on FEMA’s operations and the federal handling of immigration-related issues.
“The Department of Homeland Security told Fox News that “four employees are being fired today for circumventing leadership and unilaterally making the egregious payment for hotels for migrants in New York City,” Fox reports.
This misuse of funds intended for emergency relief, while American disaster victims continue to struggle, is a stark reminder of why reforms in FEMA are imminent.
The public demands accountability and a refocusing on the prime mandate—serving Americans in their time of need.
The MAGA movement calls for a government that respects and prioritizes American lives, property, and the sanctity of our borders against mismanagement and waste.
FEMA employees set to be fired over ‘egregious’ $59M payment for NYC migrants https://t.co/pAJZY3eKuc pic.twitter.com/hSY0KgQ4tW
— New York Post (@nypost) February 11, 2025
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