Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, has been a fierce defender of the beleaguered agency that the president wants to eliminate.

Meanwhile, Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said that state officials are still waiting for approval of an expedited major disaster declaration.

The declaration allows the federal government to provide funds to individuals with flood damages, state and local government agencies, and some nonprofits.

But lawmakers have made it clear the issue is on their radar, and after controversy following the 2022 floods in Eastern Kentucky, they're keeping a close eye on FEMA's response. Speaking about ...

New Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem addressed the needs of impacted Kentuckians and potential future cuts within FEMA.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Kentucky has been given the green light for an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration from the federal government. That means public assistance from FEMA will be available for local governments and individuals in 10 counties impacted by flooding.

Two Disaster Recovery Centers, operated by the Division of Emergency Management and FEMA, have opened in Pike County to offer in-person support to survivors in