Climate Crisis: Biden, Harris, and Trump Battle FEMA's Future

The aftermath of Hurricane Helene highlights the U.S. government's disaster response ahead of the election. As climate change intensifies storms, FEMA's role is crucial. Biden's administration focuses on resilience and equity, while Trump's controversial past and future plans stir debate on disaster management.

The devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene across southeastern U.S. states have thrust FEMA's emergency response capabilities into the spotlight as the nation approaches a critical election.

As President Biden's term concludes, either Vice President Kamala Harris or former President Donald Trump is set to inherit the challenges of navigating climate-induced disasters like the impending Hurricane Milton.

FEMA under Biden has made strides in resilience and equitable disaster relief, but the debate continues over future disaster policies as Trump's controversial past decisions echo amid conservative calls for FEMA downsizing.

(With inputs from agencies.)