More than 80 organizations call on Congress to return to fund FEMA after Hurricane Helene
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After Helene, Hurricane Milton leaves Floridians on edge from Tampa to Orlando
As Danny Pownall looked through the piles of debris on the street left by Hurricane Helene, he feared the destruction Hurricane Milton might do once it makes landfall.3 hours ago -
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More than 80 organizations call on Congress to return to fund FEMA after Hurricane Helene
More than 80 organizations urged Congress in a Tuesday letter to return from its pre-election recess to pass a supplemental package replenishing funding for the Federal Emergency Management Agency ...4 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton is Crashing Towards Florida as SBA Disaster Relief Funding Runs Low. Can Congress Help While its Out of Town?
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Appropriations Democrat calls on Johnson to convene House for emergency funding as Hurricane Milton approaches
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Floridians warned ‘you are going to die’ if they don’t evacuate as Milton nears
More than a million people told to evacuate as category 4 storm projected to hit Tampa Bay region by Wednesday. Florida’s western coast was making emergency preparations Tuesday for the impact of ...6 hours ago -
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Harris: Trump ‘lacks empathy’ in suggesting FEMA diverting funds away from hurricane relief
Vice President Harris on Tuesday suggested that former President Trump doesn’t have compassion for others when discussing his claims that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is ...7 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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As Trump pushes false FEMA claims, officials warn of 'extremely damaging' impacts
FEMA officials pushing back against misinformation about Hurricane Helene recovery and assistance.8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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FEMA has resources to respond to Hurricane Milton, Mayorkas says
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After Hurricane Helene, I’m looking for property in Florida at a reduced price. Is now a good time to strike a deal?
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Fema chief warns ‘dangerous’ Trump falsehoods hampering Helene response
Misinformation spread by Trump, his supporters and others about the hurricane has shrouded recovery efforts . A slew of falsehoods about Hurricane Helene, including claims of funds diverted from ...22 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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What to know about FEMA disaster relief ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall
In the wake of Hurricane Helene's damage and ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall, FEMA has faced criticism and misinformation surrounding its disaster response.22 hours ago -
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Ron DeSantis refuses to take Harris' call on Hurricane Helene
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is not taking calls from Vice President Kamala Harris about storm recovery just over a week after Hurricane Helene hammered parts of his state.22 hours ago -
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Fact-checking misinformation about Hurricane Helene
Misinformation and conspiracy theories have been swirling on social media in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. FEMA's deputy administrator told CBS Mornings this misinformation is seriously ...22 hours ago -
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North Carolina, a battleground state, faces election hurdles after Hurricane Helene
As Florida braces for Hurricane Milton, North Carolina is still grappling with the crushing destruction of Helene and its ripple effects. Tonight, the key battleground state is changing some of its ...23 hours ago -
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WH calls Trump claim FEMA disaster relief money spent on migrants 'absolutely false'
DHS pushed back on his claim FEMA has no funds left for recovery efforts.23 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Trump said hurricane funds were spent on illegal migrants - he's wrong
BBC Verify looks into claims made about the US government's response to Hurricane Helene.23 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Biden urges Congress to fund small business disaster loan program
With the Southeast still recovering from Hurricane Helene, President Biden has called on Congress to fund a small business disaster loan program. But lawmakers are on recess until after Election ...23 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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One Year After Oct. 7, Peace Seems More Elusive Than Ever
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FEMA Faces Severe Staffing Shortage As Hurricane Milton Approaches Florida
Fewer than 10 percent of the agency’s disaster workers are available to respond to Hurricane Milton and other calamities.Yesterday - Florida -
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Oil surges above $80 as conflict and storm spark supply fears
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Hurricane Helene damage in North Carolina
North Carolina residents are continuing clean-up efforts after massive flooding and mud spread Hurricane Helene debris across towns. CBS News' Janet Shamlian has more from Charlotte.Yesterday -
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Are hurricanes intensifying more rapidly than ever before?
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Hurricane Helene sparks political battles amid FEMA's response
Hurricane Helene isn't just causing destruction — political debates and false claims are now clouding the recovery process. Erik Hooks, FEMA's deputy administrator, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to ...Yesterday -
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Hurricane Helene survivors describe storm's devastating impact
More than 230 people are now confirmed dead making Helene the deadliest hurricane since Katrina struck in 2005. About half of the fatalities are in North Carolina. Survivors hit by the devastating ...Yesterday -
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Eye Opener: Hurricane Milton to hit Florida less than 2 weeks after Helene devastated Southeast
Millions in Florida brace for another major hurricane, fewer than two weeks after Helene destroyed the Southeast, killed more than 230 people. Also, Israel marks one year since the Oct. 7 attacks ...Yesterday - Florida -
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