Richard Blumenthal: “Responsibility for these cuts goes to Secretary Noem, who…”

“More recently, FEMA slashed the reimbursements it provides to fire departments when they send vehicles to help fight fires outside their jurisdiction, the type of mutual aid operations that are essential to fighting fires. Responsibility for these cuts goes to Secretary Noem, who has weakened the Federal Emergency Management Agency. making it harder for Americans around the country to be prepared for and recover from these kinds of natural disasters. I just want to make clear the effect is on red and blue states alike.” (10:21–10:31)

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