David Richardson, the acting administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is stepping down from his role.

In a statement to Scripps News, a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security praised Richardson’s service and leadership.

"Mr. Richardson led FEMA through the 2025 hurricane season, delivering historic funding to North Carolina, Texas, Florida, New Mexico and Alaska, and overseeing a comprehensive review that identified and eliminated serious governmental waste and inefficiency, while refocusing the agency to deliver swift resources to Americans in crisis," the spokesperson said.

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No reason was given for Richardson’s resignation, but the spokesperson said he plans to return t

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