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FEMA Official Ordered Workers to Skip Over 20 Trump Homes; DeSantis Launches Investigation

Nov 9, 2024, 12:21 AM

Internal messages obtained by The Daily Wire reveal that a FEMA official instructed relief workers in Florida to avoid assisting homes displaying Trump signs in the aftermath of Hurricanes Milton and Helene. The official, identified as Marn'i Washington, reportedly directed workers to "avoid homes advertising Trump" while assessing hurricane damage, leading to at least 20 homes being skipped. FEMA confirmed the incident and stated that it has taken corrective actions. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced an investigation into the alleged targeted discrimination, calling it unacceptable. Whistleblower reports have brought this issue to light, and several lawmakers, including Rep. Matt Gaetz and Rep. Steve Scalise, have demanded accountability and vowed to investigate the matter. The incident has sparked widespread criticism and calls for the officials involved to be held responsible.