Lawmaker Raises Concerns Over FEMA’s Role in Facilitating Illegal Immigration

Rep. Anthony D’Esposito (R-N.Y.) questioned a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) official on the body’s participation in helping the United States cope with the crisis of illegal immigration.
In a Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology hearing entitled “The Future of FEMA: Agency Perspectives with Administrator Criswell,” held on July 13, the future of FEMA took center stage as Administrator Deanne Criswell testified before lawmakers on FEMA’s involvement in the ongoing southwest border crisis.
While cities continue to seek FEMA’s assistance, Ms. Criswell looked to reaffirm the agency’s commitment to its core mission of reducing loss and protecting the nation from all hazards….