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NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 7, 2026Miami-Dade

Senate confirms Cameron Hamilton as FEMA Administrator

The U.S. Senate confirmed Cameron Hamilton to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on Friday. This appointment follows Hamilton's previous temporary leadership role at the agency last year.

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Why It Matters

The appointment places a former Navy SEAL in charge of the federal agency responsible for coordinating disaster response and recovery efforts across the United States.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. Senate confirmed Cameron Hamilton as the head of FEMA on Friday.
  • Cameron Hamilton is a former Navy SEAL.
  • Hamilton previously led FEMA on a temporary basis last year.
  • Hamilton was previously fired from his temporary role after publicly opposing the elimination of the agency.
  • The Senate confirmed more than 70 other nominees alongside Hamilton.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFederal Emergency Management Agency“The federal agency being led by the new appointee”organizationU.S. Senate“The body responsible for confirming federal appointments”personCameron Hamilton“Confirmed as the new head of FEMA”