FEMA’s director is blaming citizen journalists, who simply share videos of what the agency is NOT doing, and ‘foreign adversaries’ for spreading what she calls ‘weaponized disinformation.’ This comes as she tries to defend FEMA’s response to the victims of Hurricane Helene.

Citizen journalists have&nbsp;been sharing videos of the destruction of the area, plus exposing FEMA’s dereliction of duty to help hurting and displaced citizens.

These posters get why it’s crucial to have information sources other than the&nbsp;government.

Many posters are upset FEMA’s director is railing against the people she is charged with helping, simply because they’re pulling out their cellphones and recording and sharing what’s happening on the ground. Ground she hasn’t even stepped on.

Many are still hurting in North Carolina. JD Vance visited the area recently. Many are hoping a change in leadership in Washington, changes their dire situation. But, it will be many weeks to find out.

 {ai:summary}<p>FEMA's director, Deanne Criswell, has attributed criticism of the agency's response to Hurricane Helene to citizen journalists and foreign adversaries spreading "weaponized disinformation." This comes as she has not visited the affected area in 64 days and faces backlash for the agency's perceived inaction.</p><p>Many citizens are sharing videos that highlight FEMA's shortcomings, leading to frustration among local officials. Critics argue that Criswell's focus on disinformation distracts from the real issues facing victims, with calls for accountability and change in leadership to better address the needs of those affected. #society</p>

FEMA Director Rails Against NC Citizen Journalists Blaming Them for ‘Weaponized Disinformation’

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