In the wake of Hurricane Helene, which has been described as one of the deadliest storms in recent history, FEMA is facing significant funding shortages. DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has warned that the agency does not have enough resources to last through the hurricane season, prompting concerns from various lawmakers. Meanwhile, political tensions have escalated as former President Trump and others accuse the Biden administration of misappropriating FEMA disaster relief funds to assist migrants, a claim that has been debunked by multiple analyses. The White House has dismissed these accusations as false and emphasizes the need for adequate funding to respond effectively to disaster relief. Calls for Congress to return from recess have intensified, as bipartisan efforts emerge to secure emergency aid for those affected by the hurricane. Despite the ongoing debates and accusations, FEMA states that they currently possess the necessary funds for immediate response and recovery efforts.