97. The Last Word - Will Texas Be Ready for the Next Disaster? The Fight Over FEMA

This week’s Last Word commentary examines the future of FEMA and what it means for Texas as disaster relief policies face increasing political scrutiny. Bob Rivard unpacks the growing debate over federal disaster aid, how FEMA’s role could change under this next administration, and why Texas—prone to hurricanes, wildfires, and extreme weather—has so much at stake. With climate-driven disasters on the rise, will Texas be prepared if federal support dwindles? And what happens if states are forced to handle disaster relief on their own? Join us for a thoughtful reflection on the intersection of politics, emergency response, and the cost of disaster preparedness in Texas. -- --  📩 Subscribe to Bob’s Monday Newsletter 🎧 Don't miss the Last Word - You can find the full archive of Bob's commentaries on life and work in San Antonio and Texas, here.  🎬 The Last Word is also available to watch YouTube.  -- --  CONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram 🔗 Join us on LinkedIn 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube SPONSORS 🙌 Support the show & see our sponsors THANK YOU ⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts ⭐ Rate us on Spotify