FEMA chief steps down

David Richardson, the acting chief of FEMA, plans to resign after the hurricane season amid public controversy and internal challenges. He submitted his resignation to the Department of Homeland Security with a two-week notice. However, sources indicate the agency was already preparing to remove him.

Richardson's tenure was marked by notable incidents, including a comment about being unaware of the hurricane season. His departure comes as DHS, led by Secretary Kristi Noem, is set to implement significant reforms at FEMA. This situation underscores the agency's critical role in disaster recovery.