Amid devastating hurricane damage, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody accuses Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas of misallocating FEMA funds.
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has vehemently condemned Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas' warnings about FEMA's insufficient funding for hurricane season. Moody's scathing remarks come in the wake of Hurricane Helene's destructive path through southeastern states, leaving widespread devastation and a dire need for assistance.
Moody lambasted Mayorkas for diverting over $1 billion from FEMA to resettle migrants, a move she characterized as a "virus" that has weakened crucial disaster preparedness programs for American citizens. She highlighted the glaring disparity between FEMA's funding woes and the administration's substantial spending on immigration.
Florida AG Shreds Mayorkas over FEMA Funding Woes
The attorney general cited the states of Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia as examples of regions struggling to cope with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. She accused the Biden-Harris administration of exacerbating the crisis by encouraging immigration and neglecting the safety of Americans in times of disaster.
Moody emphasized that FEMA's diversion of funds from its intended purpose directly undermines the efforts of relief agencies and disaster response teams. She condemned the administration's disregard for the needs of states facing natural disasters, prioritizing illegal immigration over the well-being of American citizens.
Florida AG Shreds Mayorkas over FEMA Funding Woes
Meanwhile, DHS has refuted the claims made by Moody and other Republicans, asserting that funds allocated for migrants are separate from disaster relief funds. The department maintains that FEMA has adequate resources to address the immediate needs arising from Hurricane Helene and other disasters.
However, Moody's concerns echo a growing chorus of voices raising alarm over FEMA's dwindling resources. As hurricane season rages on, the agency faces an uphill battle to provide adequate assistance to communities grappling with the aftermath of devastating storms.
Florida AG Shreds Mayorkas over FEMA Funding Woes
Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, wreaked havoc across Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. The death toll has surpassed 190 across the affected states, and the damage to infrastructure, homes, and businesses is extensive.
Amid the ongoing recovery efforts, the issue of FEMA funding remains a central concern for state officials and disaster relief organizations. Moody's criticisms have ignited further scrutiny of the administration's priorities and the need to adequately support FEMA in its mission to safeguard Americans from the devastating impacts of natural disasters.
Florida AG Shreds Mayorkas over FEMA Funding Woes
