DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin Pledges FEMA Reforms During Visit to Hurricane-Devastated North Carolina
FEMA Reform and Disaster Relief Oversight·March 3 – April 8, 2026
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DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin Pledges FEMA Reforms During Visit to Hurricane-Devastated North Carolina
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin traveled to Western North Carolina for his first official trip to meet with residents in Chimney Rock and Lake Lure [x_2041940502061191391]. Mullin promised to reform FEMA operations following the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene [9167406812]. Department officials reported that FEMA has now provided more than $5.4 billion to North Carolina for recovery efforts [x_2041871540099158342]. The funding includes $1 billion in Public Assistance and $2 billion for debris removal by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers [x_2029342416285909213]. While some leaders have debated the speed of the response, officials stated that every dollar of available public assistance for the state has been obligated [x_2029344557310074990].
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Key Statements
CCBS News
“DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin visits Chimney Rock, North Carolina, pledging to reform FEMA rather than eliminate the agency.”
This confirms the administration's shift from eliminating FEMA to reforming it.
HHomeland Security
“In total, @fema has provided more than $5.4 billion to North Carolina for recovery efforts.”
This provides the concrete dollar amount of aid that is central to the funding debate.
News
New DHS chief Markwayne Mullin visits town devastated by Hurricane Helene, promises reforms to FEMA
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