Cameron Hamilton Returns to Lead FEMA | Pittsburgh News

Cameron Hamilton is back in charge of FEMA after a dramatic return — confirmed by the Senate following his temporary leadership last year and subsequent firing for speaking out against dismantling the agency. Facing a chaotic legacy, over 20,000 employees, and a backlog of disaster declarations, Hamilton vows to restore fairness, streamline bureaucracy, and strike a smarter balance between federal aid and cost-efficiency. His appointment signals a pivot toward stability as FEMA braces for another busy disaster season — and he’s now the first permanent administrator in this term. Meanwhile, key picks like David Cummins for TSA and Daniel Perez to Brazil round out a wave of administration appointments aimed at reshaping government operations. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9132dfe2d734d816