Federal Judge Rules Trump Administration's Plan to Halve FEMA Workforce Illegal
Source Summary
U.S. District Judge Susan Illston ruled Friday that the Trump administration violated the law by attempting to cut the Federal Emergency Management Agency's workforce. The judge determined that the Department of Homeland Security unlawfully usurped FEMA's authority in making the cuts. The ruling came during hurricane season in the United States.
Why it matters
The ruling blocks the Trump administration's attempt to reduce FEMA's capacity during active hurricane season, directly affecting the agency's ability to respond to emergencies.
