Trump Nominates Cameron Hamilton for FEMA

The nomination marks a significant reversal for the administration and a potential shift in its approach to disaster management.

Hamilton's prior firing occurred after he testified on Capitol Hill that FEMA should not be eliminated, a stance that put him at odds with some hardline Trump allies.

The decision to bring him back is viewed as an attempt to restore professional leadership to an agency that has faced significant operational challenges.

Hamilton's appointment will require Senate confirmation, where he is likely to face questions about his prior dismissal and his plans for the agency's future.