Trump's Vision for FEMA: Rebranding or Abolition?
The Trump administration does not have immediate plans to abolish FEMA, though discussions on its future are underway. Changes may focus on rebranding, emphasizing state roles. Despite Trump's initial stance, he is open to discussion and has authorized federal aid for Texas after devastating floods.

The Trump administration is currently in discussions regarding the future of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) but has no immediate plans to abolish the disaster relief entity, The Washington Post reported.
While official action to disband FEMA is absent, any forthcoming changes are likely to involve rebranding, emphasizing the leadership of state authorities in disaster response, according to a senior White House source. In the wake of significant flood damage in Texas, President Trump has reallocated federal aid, underscoring his belief in state-led disaster management.
Despite Trump's initial declaration to dismantle FEMA, he acknowledges the country can discuss the agency's future role. The FEMA Review Council, led by experts, will advise on reforms to ensure America's disaster response includes an appropriate federal role. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem suggests transforming FEMA into an entity with greater state and local control, reflecting a shift in emergency management governance.
(With inputs from agencies.)