In May, Trump nominated Associate Administrator for the Office of Response and Recovery (ORR) Jeff Byard for the lead role, but withdrew his nomination in September. The following week, Trump nominated Gaynor. Keep Reading
FEMA has a dynamic workforce comprised of different backgrounds and identities that strengthens our ability to help, relate to, and support others during adversity. Keep Reading
The NAC is an advisory committee established by federal law to ensure effective and ongoing coordination of federal emergency management activities. Keep Reading
We cannot overstate the importance of investing in mitigation in your community before a disaster. Keep Reading
Gaynor was confirmed unanimously as the FEMA deputy administrator by the Senate in October 2018. He has more than 12 years of experience in emergency management. Keep Reading
The administration has been operating without a confirmed FEMA chief during an active hurricane season after the nomination of Jeffrey Byard stalled in the Senate. Keep Reading
"His skillset and expertise will continue to help lead the dedicated men and women of FEMA through current recovery efforts and prepare for future emergencies," Nielsen said. Keep Reading
Long says that while "this has been the opportunity of the lifetime, it is time for me to go home to my family – my beautiful wife and two incredible boys." Keep Reading
